A Treatise On The Science Of War And Fortification V1 (1817) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165990955)

A Treatise On The Science Of War And Fortification V1 (1817) is a book written by John Michael O'Connor. The book is a comprehensive guide on the art of warfare and fortification, and it covers various aspects of military strategy, tactics, and engineering. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of warfare or fortification.The first chapter of the book provides an overview of the principles of war and the importance of military strategy. The second chapter covers the organization and training of armies, while the third chapter discusses the various types of troops and their roles in battle. The fourth chapter focuses on the use of artillery in warfare, while the fifth chapter covers the use of cavalry.The second half of the book is dedicated to fortification, and it covers various types of fortifications, including walls, towers, and moats. The book also discusses the design and construction of fortifications, as well as their strategic placement.Throughout the book, O'Connor provides numerous examples of successful military campaigns and fortifications, as well as lessons learned from failed campaigns. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both military professionals and lay readers interested in the history of warfare and fortification.Overall, A Treatise On The Science Of War And Fortification V1 (1817) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of warfare and fortification, and it remains relevant today as a historical document and a guide to military strategy and engineering.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.

Author: John Michael O'Connor
ISBN-10: 1165990954
ISBN-13: 9781165990955
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 402
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.67lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d