Coaling, Docking, and Repairing Facilities of the Ports of the World: With Analyses of Different Kinds of Coal (1892)

By U.S. Navy Office of Naval Intelligence

Book Overview

Coaling, Docking, and Repairing Facilities of the Ports of the World is a comprehensive guidebook published by the Office of Naval Intelligence in 1892. The book provides detailed information on the coaling, docking, and repairing facilities of ports worldwide, including their accessibility, capacity, and quality. The book also includes a detailed analysis of different types of coal used for naval vessels, including their calorific value, ash content, and suitability for use in different climates. The guidebook is an essential resource for naval officers and ship captains, providing them with valuable information on the ports they may visit during their voyages. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with detailed maps and illustrations to aid in navigation and understanding. Overall, Coaling, Docking, and Repairing Facilities of the Ports of the World is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of naval travel and the development of port infrastructure.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436808952
• ISBN13: 9781436808958
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"