This is an outstanding example of the foreign army handbooks issued by the British General Staff, providing an in depth study of the particular army. This book begins with an historical background covering the period from the FrancoPrussian of 1870 to 1914. It goes on to describe the geography of France, its constitution and system of government, its material resources, its industries, communications etc. Then follows a detailed account of the army: conditions of service, recruiting, organization, strengths in peace and war, administration and the Staff. Each arm of service is examined, how it is equipped and how it carries out its duties. The paramilitary are also covered Gendarmerie, Republican Guard, Fire Brigade and so on. There is a chapter on aeronautics and one on the navy, It the most comprehensive study of a country and its armed forces on the eve of the outbreak of war (published 3rd July 1914).

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Product Code:	5686
Format:	1995 facsimile reprint (1914 original). HB. xiv + 460pp with an end section of 13 pages depicting (b/w) uniforms, badges of rank, armlets, camp flags and distinctive (specialist) badges.
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