A Treatise On Naval Gunnery

By Howard Douglas and Sir Howard Douglas

Book Overview

A Treatise On Naval Gunnery by Howard Douglas is a comprehensive guide to the science of naval gunnery. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the use of guns on board ships, including the construction and design of guns, the principles of gunnery, the use of gunpowder and ammunition, and the tactics of naval warfare.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of naval gunnery. The first section provides an overview of the history of naval warfare and the development of naval guns. The second section covers the construction and design of guns, including the materials used, the shape and size of the gun, and the methods of manufacture.The third section focuses on the principles of gunnery, including the theory of projectile motion, the calculation of ranges and elevations, and the use of sighting and aiming devices. The fourth section covers the use of gunpowder and ammunition, including the types of gunpowder and the different types of shot and shell.The fifth section covers the tactics of naval warfare, including the use of guns in battle, the positioning of ships, and the use of signals and communications. The book also includes a number of illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques described in the text.Overall, A Treatise On Naval Gunnery is an essential resource for anyone interested in the science of naval warfare and the use of guns on board ships. It provides a detailed and comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of naval gunnery, and is an invaluable reference for naval officers, historians, and military enthusiasts alike.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: 1430460792
• ISBN13: 9781430460794
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 684 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 7.5" x 9.3"