Projectile Weapons Of War And Explosive Compounds (1852)

""Projectile Weapons Of War And Explosive Compounds"" is a book written by John Scoffern in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of projectile weapons used in warfare, including guns, cannons, and rockets. It also explores the different types of explosive compounds used in weapons, such as gunpowder and nitroglycerin.The book begins with an introduction to the history of projectile weapons and their development over time. It then delves into the different types of guns, including muskets, rifles, and handguns, and provides detailed information on their construction and use. The book also covers the different types of cannons used in warfare, including field guns, siege guns, and naval guns.In addition to projectile weapons, the book also explores the use of rockets in warfare. It provides information on the different types of rockets used, including Congreve rockets, and their use in battles such as the Battle of Waterloo.The second half of the book focuses on explosive compounds and their use in weapons. It provides detailed information on the history and development of gunpowder, as well as other explosive compounds such as fulminate of mercury and nitroglycerin.Overall, ""Projectile Weapons Of War And Explosive Compounds"" is a comprehensive guide to the various types of weapons used in warfare during the mid-19th century. It provides detailed information on their construction, use, and history, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of warfare or military technology.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.