Artillery Through the Ages (Illustrated Edition)
Enriched edition. From Ancient Cannons to Modern Firepower: Weapons, Tactics, and the Evolution of WarfareBy Albert Manucy
Length3h 23m
About this audiobook
Albert Manucy's 'Artillery Through the Ages (Illustrated Edition)' is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of artillery weapons and tactics from ancient times to modern warfare. The book delves into the technical details of cannons, mortars, and other artillery pieces, while also analyzing their impact on military strategies throughout history. Manucy's writing style is meticulously researched and detailed, making this book a valuable resource for military historians and enthusiasts alike. The inclusion of illustrations further enhances the reader's understanding of the subject matter, bringing to life the various artillery used in different eras. Overall, this book provides a fascinating insight into the development of artillery and its significant role in shaping warfare. Albert Manucy's background as a former military officer and historian specializing in military weaponry lends credibility to his work on 'Artillery Through the Ages (Illustrated Edition)'. His expertise and passion for the subject shine through in the thorough analysis presented in the book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in military history and technology. I highly recommend this book to those seeking an in-depth exploration of artillery's evolution and its enduring impact on military conflict.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenreHistory
Length3 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Artillery Through the Ages
18SMOOTHBORES OF THE LATER PERIOD
2THE ERA OF ARTILLERY
19GARRISON AND SHIP GUNS
3THE ANCIENT ENGINES OF WAR
20SIEGE CANNON
4GUNPOWDER COMES TO EUROPE
21FIELD CANNON
5THE BOMBARDS
22HOWITZERS
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6SIXTEENTH CENTURY CANNON
23PETARDS
7THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY AND GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS
24PROJECTILES
8THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY
25SOLID SHOT
9UNITED STATES GUNS OF THE EARLY 1800's
26EXPLOSIVE SHELLS
10RIFLING
27FUZES
11THE WAR BETWEEN THE STATES
28SCATTER PROJECTILES
12THE CHANGE INTO MODERN ARTILLERY
29INCENDIARIES AND CHEMICAL PROJECTILES
13GUNPOWDER
30FIXED AMMUNITION
14PRIMERS
31ROCKETS
15MODERN USE OF BLACK POWDER
32TOOLS
16THE CHARACTERISTICS OF CANNON
33THE PRACTICE OF GUNNERY
17THE EARLY SMOOTHBORE CANNON
34Memorable Quotes
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