Seize and Hold: Master Strokes on the Battlefield - Hardcover

Perrett, Bryan

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1854091875 ISBN 13: 9781854091871

Publisher: Arms & Armour, 1994

Synopsis

This volume covers a selection of classic armed coup de main where small but powerful forces have been tasked with getting to, seizing and holding until relieved important local and strategic objectives. Eleven examples of this unique battlefield tactic are included in the book and the overall impact of the operation on the greater campaign. These sudden and swiftly organized and executed moves can either come from the initiative of troops on the battlefield in the heat of battle, or via prior recognition of a forthcoming opportunity. Topics include Balkin mountain action in 1916, the assault on Belgium 1940, Beda Fomm, Meiktila in Burma, Remagen Bridge, Korea and Ia Drang in Vietnam.

About this title

About the Author:

Bryan Perrett, a former army man himself, has been writing about military adventure and heroism for some years now, collecting a large band of enthusiastic readers. His books have formed the mainstay of the Cassell Military Paperbacks list and include such gems as LAST STAND!, AT ALL COSTS!, IMPOSSIBLE VICTORIES, AGAINST ALL ODDS!, and many more.

About this edition

• Publisher: Arms & Armour
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 1854091875
• ISBN 13: 9781854091871
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224