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| benet mercie: Bullets and Bureaucrats David A. Armstrong, Jay Luvaas, 1982-09-29 “This interesting account of the development of the machine gun takes the reader from the Gatling guns of the Civil War to the eve of WWI....This book provides an important look at the inability of military bureaucracy to rise above inertia and find a place for a demonstrably better weapon. It is highly recommended for all service schools and colleges with a large ROTC program; it will be a useful acquisition for all undergraduate libraries with a military history collection.”–Choice |
| benet mercie: The Redwood Stumper 2012 Paul Feist, 2012-12-02 The Newsletter of the Redwood Gun Club in Humboldt County California. A newsletter dedicated to sharing the activities, interests, and knowledge of the membership of the club with our community. This is every issue of the Redwood Stumper from 2012 |
| benet mercie: Hold High the Torch United States. Marine Corps, Edwin T. Turnbladh, 1960 |
| benet mercie: Investigation of the War Department United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Military Affairs, 1918 |
| benet mercie: The Great War and America Nancy Gentile Ford, 2008-02-28 The First World War marked a key turning point in America's involvement on the global stage. Isolationism fell, and America joined the ranks of the Great Powers. Civil-Military relations faced new challenges as a result. Ford examines the multitude of changes that stemmed from America's first major overseas coalition war, including the new selective service process; mass mobilization of public opinion; training diverse soldiers; civil liberties, anti-war sentiment and conscientious objectors; segregation and warfare; Americans under British or French command. Post war issues of significance, such as the Red Scare and retraining during demobilization are also covered. Both the federal government and the military were expanding rapidly both in terms of size and in terms of power during this time. The new group of citizen-soldiers, diverse in terms of class, religion, ethnicity, regional identity, education, and ideology, would provide training challenges. New government-military-business relationships would experience failures and successes. Delicate relationships with allies would translate into diplomatic considerations and battlefield command concerns. |
| benet mercie: The Bluejackets' Manual Norman R. Van Der Veer, 1918 |
| benet mercie: Historical Dictionary of the U.S. Army Jerold E. Brown, 2000-12-30 Having evolved over the past two and a quarter centuries to become the premier military force in the world, the U.S. Army has a heritage rich in history and tradition. This historical dictionary provides short, clear, authoritative entries on a broad cross section of military terms, concepts, arms and equipment, units and organizations, campaigns and battles, and people who have had a significant impact on Army. It includes over 900 entries written by some 100 scholars, providing a valuable resource for the interested reader, student, and researcher. For those interested in pursuing specific subjects further, the book provides sources at the end of each entry as well as a general bibliography. Appendixes provide a useful list of abbreviations and acronyms and a listing of ranks and grades in the U.S. Army. |
| benet mercie: Lessons Learned From The Use Of The Machine Gun During The Russo-Japanese War LCDR Daniel J. Kenda, 2014-08-15 Dr. Richard Gatling invented the world’s first practical machine gun in 1862. Between that weapon and subsequent improved designs, the world’s armies had roughly 50 years to adopt the machine gun and perfect its employment before it helped wreak the carnage of World War I. However, for some reason or combination of reasons, none of the armies of the day saw fit to do so. This thesis explores the potential explanations behind this phenomenon by using the Russo-Japanese War as a case study. The Russo-Japanese War should have demonstrated to the world how the machine gun fundamentally altered the conduct of land warfare, especially since the major world powers all sent military observers to report on the war’s events. This thesis will show, however, that because of a complex combination of the prevalent military tactical culture, bureaucratic pragmatism and logistical concerns, the five major protagonist armies of World War I generally failed to apply the lessons they learned about machine-gun employment from the Russo-Japanese War and as a result were completely surprised by the weapon’s impact on the battlefield ten years later. |
| benet mercie: American Shooter Gerry Souter, 2012-02-01 Gun ownership has long been a hot-button topic in the United States, and the National Rifle Association has the reputation of being an organization of primarily politically conservative members. American Shooter provides a unique look at gun ownership, handgun bans, shooting sports, and the controversy over how to interpret the Second Amendment from the point of view of a liberal gun owner and enthusiast. Gerry Souter examines the history of firearms in the United States, from the settlers who carried matchlock muskets ashore at Jamestown to the citizens who purchase guns in record numbers today. Recent Supreme Court decisions that uphold the right to bear arms have galvanized citizens on both sides of the debate, making the gun issue hotter than ever. To provide a personal view, Souter weaves in tales of his own experiences with guns, including sport shooting as a young man, hunting and bonding with his father, and facing the smoking end of a muzzle as an international photojournalist. American Shooter is both a history and a personal journey that traces the path of American gun ownership culture from the Revolution to today. It recounts how the country has lived with guns from the flintlock hung over the fireplace to the concealed-carry, laser-sighted Glock semiautomatic pistol tucked away in the hidden pocket of a mom’s purse. |
| benet mercie: The Bluejackets' Manual Ridley McLean, Norman Reeve Van der Veer, 1918 |
| benet mercie: Fundamentals of Small Arms , 1952 |
| benet mercie: Somewhere Over There Francis H. Webster, 2016-03-24 Decades before Americans became familiar with the term “embedded journalist,” a young cartoonist named Francis Webster embodied that role when he served as a volunteer infantryman during World War I. Using his skills as an illustrator, he documented firsthand the harsh realities of combat life and regularly submitted visual dispatches of his experiences back to an Iowa newspaper. The first published collection of Webster’s wartime chronicles, Somewhere Over There presents a unique view of World War I through a rare compilation of letters, diary entries, cartoons, sketches, and watercolors. As editor Darrek D. Orwig explains in his introduction, Webster gained valuable training as an illustrator when he worked for famed political cartoonist Jay “Ding” Darling during the early years of World War I. When the United States entered the conflict in 1917, Webster volunteered with the Iowa National Guard as it prepared for deployment on the western front. His regiment would be part of the Forty-Second Rainbow Division, one of the first American units to arrive in France. Webster’s accounts, rendered in words and pictures, capture the daily life of a citizen-soldier who trained in stateside camps, traversed the submarine-infested waters of the Atlantic Ocean, fought in muddy trenches, and recovered in hospitals from poisonous gas exposure. Webster suffered a mortal wound during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive in 1918, when he placed a fellow soldier’s safety before his own. Webster’s illustrations for the Des Moines Capital helped readers of the time learn what American soldiers were experiencing “over there” by bringing news from the western front to the home front. For nearly ninety years following his death, Webster’s family treasured his collection of artwork and writings before donating it to the Iowa Gold Star Military Museum at Camp Dodge, where it resides today. This wartime assemblage is amplified by Orwig’s enlightening commentary based on extensive research that places Webster’s story within the wider narrative of American involvement in the “war to end all wars.” |
| benet mercie: Technical Manual United States. War Department, 1943 |
| benet mercie: Army Appropriation Bill, 1918 , 1917 |
| benet mercie: Guarding the Border Jeffrey L. Patrick, 2009-02-10 Ward Loren Schrantz, of Carthage, Missouri, entered the U.S. Army in 1912, at a time when military leaders were still seriously debating the future of the horse cavalry. He left active military service in 1946, after the United States dropped the atomic bomb on Japan. Schrantz served capably at a time when the U.S. military was undergoing rapid technological and strategic transformation and, as a journalist and attentive observer, left a vivid personal account of his time in the Army and Missouri National Guard. Editor Jeff Patrick has woven three undated versions of Schrantz's memoir into a single narrative focused on the sparsely documented pre–World War I period from 1912 to 1917, thus helping to fill a significant gap in the existing literature. Schrantz's memoir is notable not only for the period it covers, but also for its lively evocation of a soldier's life during the U.S.-Mexico border disturbances of the early twentieth century. Schrantz's account demonstrates the perennial contrast between how soldiers were expected to behave and how they actually behaved; it offers colorful and authentic details not usually available from official histories. Patrick also has added an appendix consisting of the letters that Schrantz wrote for publication in his hometown newspaper, the Carthage Evening Press. These documents yield interesting insights into the attitudes and dispositions of U.S. soldiers during this time, as well as the perceptions and opinions of the folks back home. Students, scholars, and others interested in military and borderlands history will find much to enjoy in Guarding the Border: The Military Memoirs of Ward Schrantz, 1912–1917. |
| benet mercie: Military Establishment Appropriation Bill for 1940 United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations, 1939 |
| benet mercie: The Emma Gees Herbert W. McBride, 2022-09-16 Herbert W. McBride's book, 'The Emma Gees', is a captivating read that delves into the harrowing experiences of World War I soldiers and explores the psychological effects of warfare. McBride's writing style is vivid and immersive, effortlessly transporting the reader to the front lines of battle. The novel's distinct literary context showcases the author's deep understanding of military history and his ability to convey the brutal realities of war with raw honesty and empathy. The book expertly captures the camaraderie, bravery, and devastation that define the soldier's experience during WWI. As a military memoir, 'The Emma Gees' stands out for its blend of historical accuracy and emotional depth, making it a must-read for those interested in the human side of war. Herbert W. McBride, a veteran of World War I himself, drew upon his firsthand experiences to craft 'The Emma Gees'. His intimate knowledge of wartime struggles and sacrifices shines through in the novel, adding a layer of authenticity and poignancy to the narrative. McBride's personal connection to the material lends the book a sense of urgency and importance, elevating it beyond a mere historical account to a poignant exploration of the human spirit in times of conflict. I highly recommend 'The Emma Gees' to readers interested in military history, war literature, and the human experience. Herbert W. McBride's poignant portrayal of WWI soldiers offers a profound insight into the complexities of war and the resilience of the human spirit, making this book a poignant and unforgettable read. |
| benet mercie: Report of Small Arms Target Practice United States. Navy Dept, 1914 |
| benet mercie: A Machine-Gunner in France Ward Schrantz, 2019-04-15 Despite their extensive service in World War I, few members of the Kansas-Missouri 35th Division left lengthy memoirs of their experiences in the American Expeditionary Forces. But Ward Loren Schrantz filled dozens of pages with his recollections of life as a National Guard officer and machine gun company commander in the “Santa Fe” Division. In A Machine-Gunner in France, Schrantz extensively documents his experiences and those of his men, from training at Camp Doniphan to their voyage across the Atlantic, and to their time in the trenches in France’s Vosges Mountains and ultimately to their return home. He devotes much of his memoir to the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, in which the 35th Division suffered heavy casualties and made only moderate gains before being replaced by fresh troops. Schrantz provides a valuable “common soldier’s” view of why the division failed to live up to the expectations of the A.E.F. high command. Schrantz also describes the daily life of a soldier, including living conditions, relations between officers and enlisted men, and the horrific experience of combat. He paints literary portraits of the warriors who populated the A.E.F. and the civilians he encountered in France. Schrantz’s small-town newspaper experience allowed him to craft a well-written and entertaining narrative. Because he did not intend his memoir for publication, the Missourian wrote in an honest and unassuming style, with extensive detail, vivid descriptions, and occasional humor. Editor Jeffrey Patrick combines his narrative with excerpts from a detailed history of the unit that Schrantz wrote for his local newspaper, and also provides an editor’s introduction and annotations to document and explain items and sources in the memoir. This is not a romantic account of the war, but a realistic record of how American citizen-soldiers actually fought on the Western Front. |
| benet mercie: A Brief History of the 10th Marines David N. Buckner, 1981 |
| benet mercie: Automatic Arms Melvin M. Johnson, Charles T. Haven, 2015-01-06 The evolution of automatic weapons is one of the most significant developments in weapons history. While this development has been filled with disagreements, controversy, and stray hurdles, out of all of this tumult, shouting, and shooting has come the progress in firearms from the days when it was necessary to build a fire under a gun to make it go off to the “you press the button and they do the work” automatic firearms of the present day. In 1941, Melvin M. Johnson Jr. and Charles T. Haven, both well-established experts on firearms and ammunitions in their day, commemorated this development in Automatic Arms: Their History, Development and Use. The topics on which they illuminate the reader include: History and development How they work How to keep them firing How they may be employed in combat In the authors’ foreword, they state, “There has been a great deal of general discussion about various automatic weapons pro and con, and naturally there have been misunderstandings and misinterpretations.” They succeed immensely in their endeavor to clear up misunderstandings and misinterpretations with the clear, concise language they use in discussing this most notable of historical developments. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home. |
| benet mercie: The Guns of John Moses Browning Nathan Gorenstein, 2022-05-17 A “well-researched and very readable new biography” (The Wall Street Journal) of “the Thomas Edison of guns,” a visionary inventor who designed the modern handgun and whose awe-inspiring array of firearms helped ensure victory in numerous American wars and holds a crucial place in world history. Few people are aware that John Moses Browning—a tall, humble, cerebral man born in 1855 and raised as a Mormon in the American West—was the mind behind many of the world-changing firearms that dominated more than a century of conflict. He invented the design used in virtually all modern pistols, created the most popular hunting rifles and shotguns, and conceived the machine guns that proved decisive not just in World Wars I and II but nearly every major military action since. Yet few in America knew his name until he was into his sixties. Now, author Nathan Gorenstein brings firearms inventor John Moses Browning to vivid life in this riveting and revealing biography. Embodying the tradition of self-made, self-educated geniuses (like Lincoln and Edison), Browning was able to think in three dimensions (he never used blueprints) and his gifted mind produced everything from the famous Winchester “30-30” hunting rifle to the awesomely effective machine guns used by every American aircraft and infantry unit in World War II. The British credited Browning’s guns with helping to win the Battle of Britain. His inventions illustrate both the good and bad of weapons. Sweeping, lively, and brilliantly told, this fascinating book that “gun collectors and historians of armaments will cherish” (Kirkus Reviews) introduces a little-known legend whose impact on history ranks with that of the Wright Brothers, Thomas Edison, and Henry Ford. |
| benet mercie: Army Appropriation Bill, 1917 United States. Congress. House. Committee on Military Affairs, 1916 |
| benet mercie: Battle History of the United States Marine Corps, 1775-1945 George B. Clark, 2014-01-10 Designed as a reference work for those interested in the combat history of the U.S. Marine Corps, this book describes the engagements from the formation of the Continental Marines to the Corps' great exercise at the Battle of Okinawa. Organized chronologically, the individual skirmishes illustrate how each of the Marine Corps' engagements contributed to the formation and evolution of the United States. Persons and divisions of note are mentioned, including key players, commanders and medal recipients. |
| benet mercie: Hearings United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations, 1940 |
| benet mercie: Hearings United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, 1918 |
| benet mercie: Congressional Record United States. Congress, 1918 The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873) |
| benet mercie: The Lewis Gun Neil Grant, 2014-03-20 During World War I, the British adopted the US-designed Lewis gun as an infantry weapon, realizing that its light weight and the fact that it could be fired both prone and on the move made it ideal for supporting advances and defending captured trenches. Later adopted by an array of countries from the Netherlands to Japan, the Lewis successfully served as the primary or secondary armament in armoured fighting vehicles and in both ground-based anti-aircraft and aircraft-mounted roles. Although it was superseded by the Bren in British service in 1937, the outbreak of World War II meant that thousands returned to active service, and it played a key role as far afield as Libya, with the Long-Range Desert Group, and the Philippines, with the US Marine Corps. Written by an authority on this iconic light machine gun, this is the fascinating story of the innovative and influential Lewis gun, from the trenches of World War I to the Libyan desert and Pacific islands of World War II and beyond. |
| benet mercie: Infantry School Quarterly , 1953 |
| benet mercie: Hatcher's Notebook Julian S. Hatcher, Ned Schwing, 2008-01-02 Classic reference by a renowned expert. Invaluable information for shooters, gunsmiths, collectors, ballisticians, and hunters. Includes new foreword. |
| benet mercie: The Sinews of War James Alvin Huston, 1966 A record of the Army's experience in developing a workable and effective logistical system against the background of changing conditions in both peace and war. |
| benet mercie: Handbook of Ordnance Data United States. Army. Ordnance Department, 1919 |
| benet mercie: The Sinews of War James A. Huston, 1966 |
| benet mercie: The United States in the First World War Anne Cipriano Venzon, 2013-12-02 First Published in 1999. Includes six maps. |
| benet mercie: Hearings United States. Congress. House, 1939 |
| benet mercie: Ordnance , 1928 |
| benet mercie: Infantry Journal , 1947 |
| benet mercie: The American Army and the First World War David Woodward, 2014-07-10 A major new account of the role and performance of the American army in the First World War. |
| benet mercie: Reach and Power Ron Dick, 1997 |
| benet mercie: Classified Library of Congress Subject Headings: Alphabetic list Martha L. Manheimer, Jay Elwood Daily, 1972 |
Benet Academy | A Catholic college preparatory school in Lisle, …
Benet Academy, a Catholic, college preparatory school rooted in the Benedictine tradition, forms young men and women into compassionate leaders, critical thinkers, and faithful servants of God …
Welcome to Benet
It means that at our core, Benet is built around prayer, stability, discipline, humility, hospitality, and community. Year after year, we welcome a diverse freshmen class of over three hundred …
Applying to Benet
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Benet Herald The Dean's Office Whether you are a new student navigating the halls for the first time or a returning student ready for another exciting year, we are committed to fostering a positive …
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Oct 5, 2024 · The cross country team competed against 24 other teams that were new competitors for Benet. The boys’ cross country team is very excited for the rest of their season and meets, …
Our Program - Benet Academy
Welcome to Benet Athletics, where we provide an environment in which we teach and exemplify the qualities that will assist in the development and success of our student-athletes during their time …
Hall of Honor - benet.org
The Benet Academy Hall of Honor is dedicated to celebrating the outstanding achievements and contributions of our alumni, faculty, and friends of the Benet family.
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Experience Benet
As you learn more about Benet, we encourage you to consider how you can enrich our community by embracing your passion, living our mission, and finding your excellence. When you do so, you …
President's Welcome - Benet Academy
It is with great joy that I welcome you to Benet Academy. As the President of Benet Academy, I am honored to lead an institution deeply rooted in the Benedictine tradition, dedicated to providing a …
Benet Academy | A Catholic college preparatory school in Lisle, …
Benet Academy, a Catholic, college preparatory school rooted in the Benedictine tradition, forms young men and women into compassionate leaders, critical thinkers, and faithful servants of …
Welcome to Benet
It means that at our core, Benet is built around prayer, stability, discipline, humility, hospitality, and community. Year after year, we welcome a diverse freshmen class of over three hundred …
Applying to Benet
Dec 7, 2024 · Priority is given to legacy applicants who have a sibling, parent, or grandparent who graduated from Benet or St. Procopius Academy or who currently attends Benet.
Dean's Office - benet.org
Benet Herald The Dean's Office Whether you are a new student navigating the halls for the first time or a returning student ready for another exciting year, we are committed to fostering a …
Benet Boys Cross Country Season Begins with a Roaring Start
Oct 5, 2024 · The cross country team competed against 24 other teams that were new competitors for Benet. The boys’ cross country team is very excited for the rest of their season …
Our Program - Benet Academy
Welcome to Benet Athletics, where we provide an environment in which we teach and exemplify the qualities that will assist in the development and success of our student-athletes during their …
Hall of Honor - benet.org
The Benet Academy Hall of Honor is dedicated to celebrating the outstanding achievements and contributions of our alumni, faculty, and friends of the Benet family.
Benet Announces New Scholars Program
May 29, 2023 · Requirements to join the program include a minimum Grade Point Average of 90-95 depending on the program, participation in honors and AP classes, and extracurricular …
Experience Benet
As you learn more about Benet, we encourage you to consider how you can enrich our community by embracing your passion, living our mission, and finding your excellence. When you do so, …
President's Welcome - Benet Academy
It is with great joy that I welcome you to Benet Academy. As the President of Benet Academy, I am honored to lead an institution deeply rooted in the Benedictine tradition, dedicated to …
