Combat Trucks of World War I

By Donald Yates

Donald Yates, the author of over a dozen military history publications, explores the different allied military trucks used during World War I. Over 35 colorized photos give readers a great look at these almost antiquated vehicles. Yates starts his tour with a look at the Liberty Truck produced by Bethlehem Company, which was mass-produced as a general-purpose truck. He then moves on to ammunition trucks, including the Nash Company 2-ton trucks, The Mark 1 Ammunition truck manufactured by the Militor Corporation, and the FWD or Four Wheel Drive Company heavy truck.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Release date: Dec 26, 2022
• ISBN: 9781387373093

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Dedication

I dedicate this book to Ralph W. Schenken who served in the U.S. Army during World War I. He was assigned to Company C, 102nd Ammunition Transportation Battalion of the 27 Infantry Division.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing my book.

World War I was the bloodiest conflict ever up to its time. Often the focus of studies of weapons and vehicles of war is focused on machine guns, tanks, and aircraft. However, keeping armies supplied is half the battle of winning a war. This book looks at some fascinating trucks developed during the war.

There was an enormous number of artillery rounds