The Rebirth of the Fire-dominated Battles of the Past

doi: 10.32563/hsz.2022.1.3

Abstract

Like forces fighting the armed conflicts of previous ages, one or the other party facing today’s hybrid wars from time to time takes advantage of the tactical benefits offered by incendiary weapons. The revival of this philosophy is also  reflected in the images of news coming to us from time to  time from the tension zones of the world. Based on his  extensive knowledge of chemical protection and fire  protection, as well as his practical experience, the author of  this article presents the importance of firearms primarily  from its historical perspectives and through the beginnings  of the war practice of past ages, analysing how the use of  firearms to support armed struggle has changed. 

Keywords:

incendiary weapon troops attack fire flame

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