Notes On Seacoast Defense

""Notes on Seacoast Defense"" is a historical book written by John Gross Barnard in 1861. The book delves into the topic of seacoast fortification, the fifteen-inch gun, and casemate embrasures. It provides a comprehensive guide on how to defend the coastlines of countries from potential attacks by enemy forces. The author, who was a military engineer, draws from his extensive experience and knowledge to provide practical advice on the construction and maintenance of seacoast fortifications. He also discusses the use of the fifteen-inch gun, which was a powerful weapon used in coastal defense during that time. Additionally, the book covers the design and construction of casemate embrasures, which were structures that protected gunners from enemy fire while they operated the weapons. Overall, ""Notes on Seacoast Defense"" is a valuable resource for military historians, engineers, and anyone interested in the history of coastal defense.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.