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Gunnery Catechism, As Applied To The Service Of Naval Ordnance: Adapted To The Latest Official Regulations, And Approved By The Bureau Of Ordnance, Na

Gunnery Catechism, As Applied To The Service Of Naval Ordnance: Adapted To The Latest Official Regulations, And Approved By The Bureau Of Ordnance, Na

Brandt, John D.

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Technology & EngineeringFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1436864135
ISBN13: 9781436864138
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 244
Weight: 0.73
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Gunnery Catechism, As Applied To The Service Of Naval Ordnance: Adapted To The Latest Official Regulations, And Approved By The Bureau Of Ordnance, Navy Department (1864) is a comprehensive guide to naval ordnance and gunnery written by John D. Brandt. The book is specifically designed to provide sailors with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate and maintain naval ordnance, including guns, cannons, and other weapons systems. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of naval ordnance and gunnery. The first section provides an overview of the basic principles of gunnery, including the different types of ammunition, gunpowder, and projectiles used in naval warfare. The second section covers the proper handling and maintenance of guns and other weapons systems, including how to load and fire them safely and effectively. The third section of the book focuses on the tactics and strategies of naval warfare, including how to engage enemy ships and how to defend against enemy attacks. The fourth section provides detailed instructions on how to calculate the trajectory and range of different types of projectiles, as well as how to adjust gun sights and other targeting systems. Overall, the Gunnery Catechism is an essential resource for anyone involved in naval warfare, providing a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of naval ordnance and gunnery. The book is based on the latest official regulations and has been approved by the Bureau of Ordnance, Navy Department, ensuring that it is up-to-date and accurate.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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