by Martin Pegler. Softbound, 80 pages, 7" x 9". In the late 19th century, the development of magazine feeding, and high velocity nitro powder transformed the military rifle. Britain's adoption of Lee bolt-action technology and a new .303 caliber created a family of rifles that would serve the British Army for neatly a century. Discussing the origins, the developmental history and the combat effectiveness of the Lee-Enfields, this book is the story of Britains iconic .303 bolt-action. Illustrated throughout in full folor and black and white.