Essential reference on naval ordnance and gunnery for cadets and enthusiasts
This volume surveys explosive materials, propellants, and cartridge handling, with practical guidance for manufacture, testing, inspection, and storage.
It covers powder-making processes, firing systems, and the mechanical design of gun-carriages, offering a clear look at how explosive mixtures and ammunition are prepared and used at sea.
Readers will gain a grounded understanding of the equipment, safety practices, and procedures that support reliable naval firepower, from powder chemistry to field fortifications and Gunnery practice.
- Overview of explosive mixtures, nitro compounds, and gunpowder ingredients
- Step-by-step methods for cartridge-bag construction, filling, and marking
- Details on gun-carriages, breech mechanisms, and aiming/ firing procedures
- Practical notes on preservation, inspection, and handling of ammunition
Ideal for readers of historical naval manuals, military technology enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a comprehensive view of traditional gunnery practice.
A Text-Book of Naval Ordnance and Gunnery, Vol. 2