Instructions For The Exercise And Service Of Great Guns, Etc., On Board Her Majesty's Ships (1858)

By Great Britain Navy

Instructions For The Exercise And Service Of Great Guns, Etc., On Board Her Majesty�������s Ships (1858) is a comprehensive guidebook that provides detailed instructions on how to operate and maintain the great guns on board the Royal Navy's ships during the mid-19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the use of great guns, such as the loading and firing process, the handling of ammunition, and the various drills and exercises that sailors must undertake to ensure the guns are always ready for action. Written by the Great Britain Navy, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of naval warfare, as it provides a detailed insight into the technical skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain the great guns that were the backbone of naval firepower during this era. The book is also a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of sailors on board Royal Navy ships, as it describes the various duties and responsibilities of the gun crews, as well as the training and discipline required to maintain the highest standards of performance. Overall, Instructions For The Exercise And Service Of Great Guns, Etc., On Board Her Majesty�������s Ships (1858) is an important historical document that sheds light on the technical, tactical, and cultural aspects of naval warfare during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Royal Navy and the development of naval warfare.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: 1164851187
• ISBN13: 9781164851189
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"