Artillery Through the Ages by Albert C. Manucy
"Artillery Through the Ages" by Albert C. Manucy is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the development of artillery, particularly focusing on various types of cannons and their significance in American history. It intricately details how artillery evolved from ancient war engines to modern cannon, underscoring their impact on warfare and military strategy. The opening of the book introduces the origins and significanceof artillery in warfare, starting with ancient engines like the Roman catapult and the ballista. It emphasizes the evolution of weaponry, discussing the introduction of gunpowder and the development of cannons through the ages, specifically detailing their roles in significant historical sieges and battles. Manucy sets the stage for a thorough exploration of artillery types, their mechanics, and their use in various conflicts, laying a foundation for understanding the complexities and innovations in artillery design and function throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Manucy, Albert C. |
|---|---|
| Title | Artillery Through the Ages A Short Illustrated History of Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| LoC Class | UF: Military science: Artillery |
| Subject | United States. Army -- Ordnance and ordnance stores |
| Subject | Artillery -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20483 |
| Release Date | Jan 30, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 373 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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