French Firearms: Standard Issue Models 1833-1918 FRENCH TEXT Used Hardcover Reference Book

French Firearms: Standard Issue Models 1833-1918 is a reference book written in French, presented in a used hardcover edition. The volume provides a comprehensive overview of the standard-issue firearms adopted by French military forces between 1833 and 1918. It systematically covers various models, specifying technical features, manufacturing details, service history, and period-specific developments. The book includes detailed descriptions, photographs, and diagrams pertinent to the evolution of French military firearms during this era, including rifles, carbines, pistols, and related equipment. Its content is structured to assist collectors, historians, and researchers in identifying and understanding official French small arms supplied to the armed forces prior to and through the First World War. This reference is particularly relevant for those seeking in-depth factual information on regulation French weaponry, manufacturing changes over time, and the broader historical context of military firearms development in France during the 19th and early 20th centuries.  Total of approx 300 pages.