Textbook Of Ordnance And Gunnery (1917)

By William Harvey Tschappat

Book Overview

The Textbook Of Ordnance And Gunnery (1917) is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of military ordnance and gunnery. Written by William Harvey Tschappat, a former officer in the United States Army, this book covers a wide range of topics related to the design, construction, and use of firearms and artillery.Starting with an overview of the history of gunpowder and the development of modern firearms, Tschappat goes on to discuss the principles of ballistics, including the effects of wind, temperature, and other environmental factors on the trajectory of a projectile. He also covers the design and construction of guns, including the various types of rifling and the materials used in gun barrels.The book then delves into the principles of artillery, including the different types of artillery shells and the methods used to calculate firing solutions. Tschappat also covers the various types of artillery pieces, including howitzers, mortars, and field guns, and provides detailed instructions on how to load and fire them.Other topics covered in the book include the use of machine guns and automatic weapons, the principles of fortification and siege warfare, and the use of explosives in military operations. Throughout the book, Tschappat provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he is discussing.Overall, the Textbook Of Ordnance And Gunnery (1917) is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and technology of military firearms and artillery. Whether you are a student of military history, a firearms enthusiast, or a military professional, this book provides a wealth of information on the principles and practices of ordnance and gunnery.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: 1165135825
• ISBN13: 9781165135820
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 2.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"