Handbook Of Naval Gunnery: Prepared By Authority Of The U.S. Navy Department For The Use Of The U. S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, And States Naval R (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436865234)

The Handbook of Naval Gunnery is a comprehensive guide to the use of naval guns, prepared by the U.S. Navy Department in 1898. The book is intended for use by the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and State Naval Reserves. Written by Cyrus S. Radford, the handbook covers topics such as the construction and operation of naval guns, gunnery organization, target practice, and the use of various types of ammunition. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the material. This handbook is an important historical document that provides insight into the training and tactics of the U.S. Navy during the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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: Cyrus S. Radford
ISBN-10: 1436865239
ISBN-13: 9781436865234
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 296
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.62d