Textbook Of Gunnery, 1887 (1887)

The ""Textbook of Gunnery"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of gunnery, written by George Mackinlay and first published in 1887. The book covers a wide range of topics related to artillery, including the construction and operation of guns and cannons, the physics of ballistics, and the calculation of firing tables. It also includes detailed descriptions of various types of ammunition, such as shot, shell, and grape, as well as strategies for targeting and engaging enemy forces. The book is intended for military personnel and others involved in the field of artillery, and provides a detailed and practical guide to the science of gunnery as it was understood in the late 19th century. As such, it offers a fascinating insight into the technology and tactics of the period, and remains a valuable resource for historians and enthusiasts of military history.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.