H.Probenius - Militär Lexicon - Probenius - 1901

antiques German Military Encyclopedia – Militär-Lexikon (1901) – H. Frobenius – Illustrated – Maps & Fold-outs

Rare and impressive original edition of the “Militär-Lexikon. Handwörterbuch der Militärwissenschaften”, edited by H. Frobenius and published in Berlin by Verlag von Martin Oldenbourg in 1901.

This substantial reference work is an extraordinary overview of military science at the dawn of the 20th century, just before the First World War. It covers a wide range of military subjects including:

artillery and firearms

cavalry and infantry organization

fortifications and military engineering

barracks and field infrastructure

logistics and army administration

military technology and tactics


The book is richly illustrated with hundreds of detailed technical drawings, diagrams, weapon cross-sections, photographs, tables, and maps. Several large folding plates and charts are present, including military organization tables and maps of the German Empire and army deployment.

Particularly striking are the detailed illustrations of early modern artillery, rifles, transport systems, and military camp structures, offering a fascinating insight into pre-WWI military thinking and technology.

Details

Title: Militär-Lexikon. Handwörterbuch der Militärwissenschaften

Editor: H. Frobenius

Publisher: Verlag von Martin Oldenbourg

Place: Berlin

Year: 1901

Language: German

Binding: original hardcover


Condition

The book remains in good antique condition considering its age of more than 120 years.

Binding solid and complete

Spine shows wear and age-related rubbing

Interior generally clean

Folding maps and tables present

Normal signs of age and use

Please study the photos carefully as they form part of the description


A highly decorative and historically important military reference work from the German Empire era, ideal for collectors of militaria, military history, antique technical books, and pre-WWI historical material.