9781333652906 - torpedoes: their invention and use, from the first application to the art of war to the present time; for the use of the officers of the corps of engineers (classic reprint) di king, w. r. (1 risultati)
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book details the invention, design and use of torpedoes during the American Civil War. The author first describes the methodology for using explosive devices in warfare and the different types of torpedoes used by the Union and Confederate armies. It delves into the specific tech…nical configurations of these torpedoes, including their detonation systems and anchoring mechanisms. The text then explores the use of torpedoes in various combat situations, such as defending harbors and destroying enemy vessels. Finally, the book examines the role of torpedoes within the broader context of Civil War technology and discusses their effectiveness and impact on naval warfare. It concludes by highlighting the significance of torpedoes in shaping the course of the conflict and their lasting legacy in military history. 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.
