Shells and Shell-Guns (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Dahlgren, J. A.

 
9781397755032: Shells and Shell-Guns (Classic Reprint)

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Explore how shell-guns changed naval power and learn the practical science behind accuracy, range, and explosive effect. A detailed, evidence-based guide for history buffs and military enthusiasts.

This volume presents a thorough look at the development and use of naval ordnance in the 19th century. It blends historical context with technical detail on shells, fuzes, projectiles, and battery composition, focusing on how experimental practice informed naval strategy and ship design.

  • How shell and shot behave differently in battles and experiments, with real-world examples.
  • Technical discussions of shell construction, eccentricity, and propulsion that affect trajectory and impact.
  • Methods for obtaining ranges, measurement techniques, and the role of new aiming devices.
  • Comparisons of different navies’ batteries and the shifting balance of firepower at sea.
Ideal for readers curious about the evolution of naval weaponry, and for anyone interested in the practical side of 19th-century artillery and gunnery.

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