A Treatise On Naval Gunnery

A Treatise On Naval Gunnery by Howard Douglas is a comprehensive guide to naval artillery and gunnery, written for officers and sailors in the British Navy during the early 19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics related to naval gunnery, including the construction and maintenance of guns, the selection and training of gun crews, and the tactics and strategies used in naval battles.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of naval gunnery. The first section provides an overview of the history of naval gunnery and the development of naval artillery, while the second section focuses on the construction and maintenance of guns and gun carriages.The third section of the book is devoted to the selection and training of gun crews, including the recruitment and organization of sailors, the development of gunnery skills, and the importance of discipline and teamwork in a naval gun crew.The fourth section of the book covers the tactics and strategies used in naval battles, including the use of different types of ammunition, the importance of accurate range-finding, and the role of wind and weather in naval engagements.Throughout the book, Douglas provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex machinery and techniques involved in naval gunnery. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of naval warfare or the technology of naval artillery.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.