ATTACK & DEFENCE
R. Horn, W. Price, & D. Jenkins
LONGMANS GREEN AND CO. LTD, London, 1942
An original WW2 unarmed combat manual, published by Longmans Green and Co. Ltd of London in 1942. The book includes details of a wide variety of blows, holds, kicks, throws, strikes, and other self defence techniques. With instructions on how to deal with assailants armed with rifles, bayonets, knives, and pistols. The book is well illustrated with photographs of serviceman using the techniques. The book was intended to be used by the regular army, the Home Guard, and civilians in the event of a German invasion.
48 pages, illustrated with black and white photographs
Condition:
In good condition. The paper cover is in good condition, with general signs of use, some creases, and some marks. The text and illustrations are in good condition with a few marks. The stapled binding is secure.
Published: 1942
Illustrated with b/w photographs
Illustrated card cover with black and white titling
Dimensions: 125mm x 185mm
Pages: 48
