Submarine Mines And Torpedoes: As Applied To Harbor Defense (1889)

By John Townsend Bucknill

Book Overview

Submarine Mines and Torpedoes: As Applied to Harbor Defense is a historical book written by John Townsend Bucknill in 1889. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the use of submarine mines and torpedoes in harbor defense during the late 19th century. It covers the history of submarine warfare, the development of submarine mines and torpedoes, and the various methods used to lay and detonate them.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the different types of mines and torpedoes, their construction, and their deployment. It explains the principles of underwater explosions, the dangers of handling explosive materials, and the precautions that must be taken when using these weapons.In addition, the book discusses the strategic importance of harbor defense and the role that submarine mines and torpedoes play in protecting naval assets. It provides examples of successful and unsuccessful uses of these weapons in real-life situations, including the American Civil War and the Russo-Turkish War.Overall, Submarine Mines and Torpedoes: As Applied to Harbor Defense is a valuable resource for historians, military strategists, and anyone interested in the history of naval warfare. It provides a detailed and informative look at the development and use of these powerful weapons during a critical period in history.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: 1164898264
• ISBN13: 9781164898269
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"