A Textbook Of The Construction And Manufacture Of The Rifled Ordnance In The British Service (1872)

By Francis Sadleir Stoney

Book Overview

""A Textbook Of The Construction And Manufacture Of The Rifled Ordnance In The British Service"" is a book written by Francis Sadleir Stoney in 1872. The book is a comprehensive guide to the construction and manufacture of rifled ordnance used by the British military at the time. It covers topics such as the design and construction of guns, the materials used in their manufacture, the process of rifling and boring, and the testing and proofing of guns. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the various processes and components involved in ordnance manufacture. Overall, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military technology and the development of weapons in the 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166463540
• ISBN13: 9781166463540
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"