Attack Of Fortified Places: Including Siege-Works, Mining And Demolitions (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548164723)

""Attack of Fortified Places"" is a comprehensive guide to the art of siege warfare, written by James Mercur. The book covers a range of topics related to attacking fortified positions, including siege-works, mining, and demolitions. It is designed for military historians, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the tactics and strategies of medieval warfare.The book begins with an overview of the history of siege warfare, from ancient times to the present day. It then delves into the various types of fortifications that have been used throughout history, including walls, towers, and bastions. The author provides a detailed description of the different types of siege-works that were used to breach these defenses, such as trenches, saps, and battering rams.The book also covers the use of mining as a tactic for attacking fortified positions. This involves digging tunnels under the walls of a fortress and then using explosives to blow them up. The author provides a step-by-step guide to the process of mining, including the tools and techniques used.Finally, the book explores the use of demolitions as a tactic for attacking fortified positions. This involves using explosives to destroy key structures within a fortress, such as gates, towers, and walls. The author provides a detailed description of the different types of explosives that were used, as well as the techniques for placing and detonating them.Overall, ""Attack of Fortified Places"" is a comprehensive guide to the tactics and strategies of siege warfare. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or medieval warfare, providing a detailed look at the methods used to attack and defend fortified positions throughout 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: James Mercur
ISBN-10: 054816472X
ISBN-13: 9780548164723
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d