The Attack And Defense Of Fortified Places

""The Attack and Defense of Fortified Places"" is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and strategies used in both attacking and defending fortified places, written by John Muller in 1757. The book is divided into three parts, with the first focusing on the principles of fortification and the second and third parts delving into the specifics of attacking and defending fortified places, respectively.In the first part, Muller provides a detailed overview of the different types of fortifications, including walls, bastions, and moats, and explains the principles behind their design and construction. He also discusses the importance of terrain and location in choosing a site for a fortification and outlines the various factors that must be considered when designing a defensive strategy.The second part of the book is dedicated to the techniques used in attacking fortified places. Muller provides a detailed analysis of the different types of attacks, including direct assault, siege, and surprise attacks, and offers advice on how to overcome the various obstacles that defenders may put in the way of attackers.The third part of the book focuses on the strategies and tactics used in defending fortified places. Muller discusses the importance of maintaining a strong defensive position and offers advice on how to counter different types of attacks. He also provides guidance on how to maintain morale and discipline among defenders and how to manage resources effectively during a siege.Overall, ""The Attack and Defense of Fortified Places"" is a comprehensive and highly detailed guide to the principles and techniques of fortification and siege warfare, making it an invaluable resource for military historians, strategists, and enthusiasts alike.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.