Heavy Ordnance for National Defence (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2022
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book presents a compelling argument for a robust national defense strategy in the late 19th century. Written from the perspective of an experienced naval officer, the text delves into the pressing need for heavy ordnance, specifically focusing on the vulnerability of American coastal cities. The author meticulously examines the technological advancements in weaponry, particularly the development of steel guns and their superiority over older cast-iron designs. He critiques the existing defense infrastructure and the lack of domestic manufacturing capabilities for such sophisticated weapons. The book also explores the strategic implications of relying on foreign powers for vital defense equipment, emphasizing the need for self-sufficiency. The author advocates for a multifaceted approach, proposing the establishment of government-run gun factories and encouraging partnerships with private industries to bolster national defense preparedness. This timely and insightful work offers a glimpse into the anxieties of a nation grappling with the complexities of an evolving global landscape and the imperative of securing its own security. 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.…
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- Title
- Heavy Ordnance for National Defence (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- William H. Jaques
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331716306
- ISBN 13
- 9781331716303
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Heavy Ordnance for National Defence examines how the United States could arm itself with modern artillery.
It argues for a clear national plan, built on government guidance and private industry, to ensure a steady supply of high‑quality gun material.
This book presents a grounded look at the costs, plants, and policies needed to create reliable heavy guns for the Army and Navy. It draws on historical examples from other nations to show what works and what doesn’t, and it outlines concrete steps the government could take to encourage private steelmakers to participate.- Understand the proposed structure of national gun factories and how they would operate alongside private steel firms.
- See cost estimates for plant construction, equipment like hydraulic presses, and the facilities required for forging, boring, and tempering gun components.
- Learn why an ongoing, permanent appropriation could guarantee material supply and prevent government‑private clashes.
- Discover the debates about foreign versus domestic sourcing and the lessons drawn from France, England, and Russia.
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