American Small Arms (1904) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166481650)

""American Small Arms"" is a historical book written by Edward Samuel Farrow and published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive overview of small arms used by the United States military during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It covers a wide range of firearms including rifles, handguns, machine guns, and shotguns. The book begins with a brief history of firearms and then delves into the development of American small arms. It covers the various manufacturers of small arms and their contributions to the industry. The book also provides detailed descriptions and specifications of each firearm, including its design, construction, and performance. In addition to the technical details, the book also includes illustrations and photographs of the firearms, as well as historical photographs of soldiers using them in battle. The book also covers the use of small arms in various conflicts, including the American Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine-American War. Overall, ""American Small Arms"" is a valuable resource for historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of firearms. It provides a detailed and informative account of the development and use of small arms in America during a pivotal time in its 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.

Author: Edward Samuel Farrow
ISBN-10: 1166481654
ISBN-13: 9781166481650
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 412
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.84d