The Attack And Defense Of Fortified Places: In Three Parts (1757) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165010226)

""The Attack and Defense of Fortified Places: In Three Parts"" is a book written by John Muller in 1757. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to attack and defend fortified places. It is divided into three parts, with each part focusing on a different aspect of fortification.The first part of the book covers the basics of fortification, including the different types of fortifications and their strengths and weaknesses. It also discusses the importance of choosing the right location for a fortification and how to design and construct a strong and effective fortification.The second part of the book focuses on the techniques and strategies for attacking a fortified place. It covers topics such as siege warfare, the use of artillery, and the different types of attacks that can be used to breach a fortification.The third and final part of the book covers the methods and strategies for defending a fortified place. It includes information on how to prepare for a siege, how to use defensive structures and weapons, and how to coordinate the defense of a fortified place.Overall, ""The Attack and Defense of Fortified Places: In Three Parts"" is a valuable resource for military strategists, historians, and anyone interested in the history of warfare. It provides a detailed and comprehensive guide to the art of fortification and the tactics and strategies used in attacking and defending fortified places.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 Muller
ISBN-10: 1165010224
ISBN-13: 9781165010226
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 268
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d