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Gunnery In 1858: Being A Treatise On Rifles, Cannon And Sporting Arms

Gunnery In 1858: Being A Treatise On Rifles, Cannon And Sporting Arms

Greener, William

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ISBN10: 143046089X
ISBN13: 9781430460893
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 17 2007
Pages: 460
Weight: 1.48
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Gunnery in 1858 is a comprehensive guide to rifles, cannon, and sporting arms, written by William Greener. The book provides a detailed account of the principles of gunnery, including the construction, maintenance, and use of firearms. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of gunpowder, the development of rifling, and the various types of ammunition used in firearms. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of gunnery. The first section provides an overview of the principles of ballistics, including the trajectory of projectiles and the factors that affect accuracy. The second section covers the construction and use of rifles, including the different types of rifles and the various methods of loading and firing them. The third section of the book is dedicated to the construction and use of cannon, including the different types of cannon and the various methods of loading and firing them. The fourth section covers the use of sporting arms, including shotguns, pistols, and revolvers. Throughout the book, Greener provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the principles of gunnery. He also includes a glossary of terms and a list of recommended readings for further study. Overall, Gunnery in 1858 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of gunnery. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of firearms in the mid-19th century and offers insights into the development of modern firearms technology.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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