WW1 British BEF Musketry Regulations Part 1 Manual Dated 1909 Used Hardcover Reference Book

The **WW1 British BEF Musketry Regulations Part 1 Manual Dated 1909** is an original hardcover reference book issued for the British Expeditionary Force prior to and during the early stages of the First World War. This manual provides detailed instructions on the training, handling, and effective use of the infantry rifle, reflecting British Army doctrine of the period. Covered topics include principles of marksmanship, firing positions, aiming techniques, and guidance for instructors overseeing rifle practice among troops. Printed in 1909, the manual represents the standards and tactical considerations in place at the outbreak of war in 1914. The hardcover binding offers durability for field and classroom use, and the text is printed in a format typical of early 20th-century British military publications. This item is of relevance to military historians, collectors of original period documents, and researchers interested in British small arms training methods and regulations leading up to and during World War I.  Total of 320 pages.