Bombers' Training, and Application of Same in Trench Warfare

A practical handbook from the First World War, this manual walks officers and non‑commissioned officers through the fundamentals of training infantry bombers. Beginning with a concise overview of explosives—how to handle, store, and safely thaw frozen charges—it stresses the reliability and care required of any soldier tasked with high‑explosive ordnance.

The core of the text is a series‑of lectures that introduce classification, grenade types, and step‑by‑step bombing tactics for trench assaults. Detailed diagrams illustrate saphead designs, showing how to maximize a bomb’s effective zone while minimizing traffic congestion in narrow front‑line trenches. A six‑day syllabus and a complete equipment inventory round out the guide, giving commanders a clear framework for preparing their men for frontal, enfilade, and consolidation attacks. The tone is straightforward and instructional, reflecting the urgent need for disciplined bomb use on the Western Front.