Infantry Training: The National Serviceman's Handbook

During the Cold War, the British Army continued conscription, called National Service, until the early 1960s. It provided discipline and opportunities for travel to thousands of men, who served in various parts of the empire and during the Cold War. The National Servicemans Handbook was a compilation of army training manuals used during this period.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 09 March 2023
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

Conscription, a defining characteristic of the British Army during wartime, persisted beyond the conclusion of the Second World War. For nearly two decades, men were enlisted for National Service, followed by two years of military service. This period brought about various experiences for individuals, ranging from personal discipline to the opportunity to explore different parts of the world. Many served in active combat operations in Cyprus, Malaya, Kenya, Korea, and numerous other distant regions within the declining empire. Moreover, during the Cold War, conscription played a crucial role in ensuring Britain had access to a well-trained contingent of men in times of conflict. However, this era came to an end in the early 1960s, marking the end of an era. Nevertheless, the impact of National Service was far-reaching, as hundreds of thousands of men were trained using the comprehensive information compiled in the pages of The National Servicemans Handbook. This handbook, a compilation of various army training manuals issued throughout National Service, served as a vital resource for those preparing for military service.

Weight: 356g
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803994055
Edition number: New ed