L'Armee Chinoise (1904)

L'Armee Chinoise is a book written in French by Henri Frey and first published in 1904. The book provides a detailed account of the Chinese army during the early 20th century, covering its organization, tactics, weaponry, and history. Frey, who was a French military officer and diplomat, draws on his extensive experience in China to provide an insider's perspective on the subject.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Chinese army. The first chapter provides an overview of the army's history, tracing its development from ancient times to the present day. Subsequent chapters delve into more specific topics, such as the organization of the army, the role of cavalry, the use of artillery, and the training of soldiers.Throughout the book, Frey emphasizes the unique characteristics of the Chinese army, such as its reliance on conscription and its use of traditional weapons and tactics. He also discusses the challenges that the army faced during this period, including political instability, foreign intervention, and technological advancements in warfare.L'Armee Chinoise is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the Chinese army during a critical period of its development. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of China, military history, or the evolution of warfare.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.