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A Postscript To The Section On Iron Defenses

A Postscript To The Section On Iron Defenses

Howard Douglas

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781437463583
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''A Postscript To The Section On Iron Defenses: Contained In The Fifth Edition Of Naval Gunnery (1861)'' is a book written by Howard Douglas. The book is a supplement to the fifth edition of ''Naval Gunnery'' and specifically focuses on iron defenses. It was published in 1861 and provides additional information on the use of iron in naval defenses during that time period. The book explores the advantages and disadvantages of using iron in naval construction and defense, as well as the different types of iron defenses that were being used at the time. It also discusses the impact of iron defenses on naval warfare and the potential for future advancements in this area. Overall, ''A Postscript To The Section On Iron Defenses'' provides valuable insight into the use of iron in naval defenses during the mid-19th century.In Answer To The Erroneous Principles Set Forth By The Reviewer In The Quarterly Review For October 1860.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.

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