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The Story Of The Guns (1864)

The Story Of The Guns (1864)

Tennent, J. Emerson

Paperback

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ISBN10: 1165161257
ISBN13: 9781165161256
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story of the Guns is a historical book written by J. Emerson Tennent in 1864. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of firearms and artillery throughout history, from the earliest known weapons to the most advanced guns of the mid-19th century. It covers the evolution of gunpowder, the invention of the first firearms, the development of cannons, and the use of guns in warfare.The author explores the technological advancements that led to the creation of more powerful and accurate weapons, as well as the impact of these weapons on military strategy and tactics. He also discusses the role of guns in various historical conflicts, including the Napoleonic Wars, the American Civil War, and the Crimean War.Throughout the book, Tennent provides detailed descriptions of various types of guns, from muskets and rifles to howitzers and mortars. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the mechanics of these weapons.Overall, The Story of the Guns is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of warfare and technology. It provides a detailed look at the evolution of firearms and artillery, and the impact these weapons have had on human history.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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