Kriegspiel: The War Game (1896)

Kriegspiel: The War Game is a historical book written by Francis Hindes Groome and first published in 1896. The book is a detailed account of the Prussian military game known as Kriegspiel, which was developed in the late 19th century as a means of training officers in tactical warfare. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the rules and mechanics of Kriegspiel, as well as its history and evolution. It also includes a detailed analysis of the game's strategic and tactical elements, as well as its use in military training and education. In addition to its practical applications, Kriegspiel is also considered a significant cultural artifact, reflecting the values and attitudes of the Prussian military establishment during the late 19th century. Groome's book offers a valuable insight into this historical context, as well as the broader history of military strategy and tactics. Overall, Kriegspiel: The War Game is an essential read for military historians, wargamers, and anyone interested in the history of warfare and military technology.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.