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The School Of Musketry At Hythe

By W. S. Miller

This book has been republished for the first time in over 130 years by Jon Huggett.

The exploration of the School of Musketry at Hythe in 1892, is documented in the seldom-seen book authored by W.S. Miller. The book certainly offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era. This literary gem not only provides a vivid narrative but also accompanies it with photographs which help bring the book to life. Miller’s attention to detail is evident through the inclusion of three detailed maps and forty-four images. These images showcase the ranges, the town and various shooting positions taught at the school.

The book sheds light on an era when the art of musketry was a focal point of military training. Many of the images presented within the pages, while a few circulated as postcards, remain unseen by the modern eye.

In an endeavour to preserve the authenticity of the original work, Jon Huggett has maintained the ‘spirit’ of the text and its layout. This extends to the inclusion of the original spelling errors and script on each page. This offers readers an immersive experience that mirrors the nuances of the 1892 publication. Some adjustments to page numbers were necessary due to the printing of photographs without page numbers.

The Book

A unique facet of this book is the glimpse into the past provided by Captain Arthur Brewill, the original owner of the book used for this copy. A member of the Robin Hood Rifles, Captain Brewill attended a course at Hythe in December 1889. This personal connection with the content is underscored by a poignant note within the book, where he reveals a generous donation of £1 – 1 – 0 towards the silver cup described on page 24. This act of philanthropy adds an individual touch to the historical narrative, forging a link between the reader and the men who once walked the grounds and were trained at the School of Musketry at Hythe

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