The Gatling Gun (1891)

By Isaiah Villars

Book Overview

The Gatling Gun is a historical book written by Isaiah Villars and originally published in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Gatling gun, which was one of the first rapid-firing guns in the world. The Gatling gun was invented by Richard Gatling in 1861 and was widely used during the American Civil War.The book covers the history of the Gatling gun, its development, and its use in various wars and conflicts around the world. It also includes detailed descriptions of the gun's design, construction, and operation, as well as its impact on military tactics and strategy.The Gatling Gun is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of firearms and military technology. It provides a fascinating insight into the development of modern weaponry and the role it has played in shaping world events. The book is a must-read for historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of modern 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: 1165101289
• ISBN13: 9781165101283
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"