History Of The Corps Of Royal Engineers V2

The book ""History Of The Corps Of Royal Engineers V2"" is a comprehensive account of the Royal Engineers, a branch of the British Army responsible for providing military engineering and technical support. Written by Whitworth Porter, a British historian and author, the book covers the history of the Corps from its establishment in the 18th century to the end of the 19th century. The second volume of the series delves into the Corps' involvement in various military campaigns, including the Crimean War, the Indian Mutiny, and the Ashanti War. It also explores the development of the Corps' technical expertise and innovations in engineering, such as the construction of railways, bridges, and fortifications. The book provides a detailed look at the Corps' organization, training, and recruitment, as well as the personal experiences of its officers and soldiers. It also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the Corps' operations and achievements. Overall, ""History Of The Corps Of Royal Engineers V2"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in military history, engineering, or British 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.