Rules, Part 1-2: Chiefly Deduced From Experiment, For For Conducting The Practical Operations Of A Siege (1829)

By Charles William Pasley

Book Overview

""Rules, Part 1-2: Chiefly Deduced From Experiment, For Conducting The Practical Operations Of A Siege"" is a book written by Charles William Pasley and published in 1829. The book is a comprehensive guide to conducting a successful siege, and is divided into two parts. The first part covers the general principles of siege warfare, including the selection of a site, the construction of fortifications, and the use of artillery. The second part focuses on the practical operations of a siege, including the various stages of a siege, the use of mines and countermines, and the construction of batteries and trenches. The book is based on Pasley's own experiences as an engineer in the British Army, and is heavily influenced by his observations of the sieges of the Napoleonic Wars. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and is intended for use by military engineers and officers. Overall, ""Rules, Part 1-2: Chiefly Deduced From Experiment, For Conducting The Practical Operations Of A Siege"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the theory and practice of siege warfare in the early 19th century.Containing The Preparation Of The Necessary Materials, And The Tracing And Execution Of The First And Second Parallels, And Of The Approaches Connected With Them.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: 1164935542
• ISBN13: 9781164935544
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"