Hand-Book for Active Service: Containing Practical Instructions in Campaign Duties; For the Use of Volunteers (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Delve into the world of 19th-century military engineering with this comprehensive guide to field fortifications and artillery. The author, a seasoned military engineer, offers detailed instructions on constructing various fortifications, including redans, lunettes, redoubts, star forts, and bastioned structures. This book transcends a mere technical manual, offering profound insights into the strategic considerations underlying defensive structures. It meticulously explores the art of "defilading," or shielding fortifications from enemy fire, and delves into the tactical advantages and disadvantages of different fortification designs. The author's expertise shines through in the precise calculations and meticulous diagrams illustrating the optimal dimensions and angles for maximizing defensive capabilities. Beyond the practical aspects, this book delves into the intellectual depth of military strategy. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the complex interplay between terrain, resources, and manpower in shaping effective defenses. The author's insights into the evolution of warfare and the adaptability of field fortifications remain relevant, offering valuable lessons for military history enthusiasts and students of strategic thinking.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the world of 19th-century military engineering with this comprehensive guide to field fortifications and artillery. The author, a seasoned military engineer, offers detailed instructions on constructing various fortifications, including redans, lunettes, redoubts, star forts, and bastioned structures. This book transcends a mere technical manual, offering profound insights into the strategic considerations underlying defensive structures. It meticulously explores the art of "defilading," or shielding fortifications from enemy fire, and delves into the tactical advantages and disadvantages of different fortification designs. The author's expertise shines through in the precise calculations and meticulous diagrams illustrating the optimal dimensions and angles for maximizing defensive capabilities. Beyond the practical aspects, this book delves into the intellectual depth of military strategy. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the complex interplay between terrain, resources, and manpower in shaping effective defenses. The author's insights into the evolution of warfare and the adaptability of field fortifications remain relevant, offering valuable lessons for military history enthusiasts and students of strategic thinking. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331439059_0
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