La science des postes militaires, ou traite des fortifications de campagne a l'usage des officiers particuliers d'infanterie.... by LE COINTE J-L - 1759
by LE COINTE J-L
La science des postes militaires, ou traite des fortifications de campagne a l'usage des officiers particuliers d'infanterie....
by LE COINTE J-L
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Paris: Desaint et Saillant, 1759. xv and 267 pages, 10 folding plates. Small 8vo. Contemporary mottled calf, spine gilt, extremities and corners very slightly rubbed, a fine copy. Based on Le Cointe's experiences in the War of the Austrian Succession during which he served under Conti in Piedmont. His book was designed for non-specialist infantry officers and concerns the fortification of villages and buildings and the conduct of outposts.
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- Publisher Desaint et Saillant,
- Place of Publication Paris
- Date Published 1759
- Keywords french army infantry training manual; fortification; war austrian succession
