Boat Armament Of The U. S. Navy

""Boat Armament of the U.S. Navy"" is a comprehensive guide to the various types of weaponry used by the United States Navy on its boats. Written by John Adolphus Dahlgren, a prominent naval officer and inventor, this book provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the different types of guns, cannons, and other armaments used on Navy boats during the mid-nineteenth century. The book covers everything from small arms to heavy artillery, and includes information on the design, construction, and use of each weapon. It also provides historical context for the development of these weapons, including their use in various naval battles. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history or the technology of naval weaponry.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.