Compressed Gun Cotton For Military Use With An Introduction On Modern Gun Cotton, Its Manufacture, Properties, And Analysis (1886)

""Compressed Gun Cotton For Military Use: With An Introduction On Modern Gun Cotton, Its Manufacture, Properties, And Analysis"" is a book written by Max Von Forster and originally published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive overview of gun cotton, a highly explosive material used in the manufacturing of military equipment such as bullets and shells. The book begins with an introduction to modern gun cotton, discussing its history, properties, and manufacturing process. It then delves into the specifics of compressed gun cotton, including its composition, properties, and uses in military applications. Throughout the book, Von Forster provides detailed information on the analysis of gun cotton, including methods for testing its purity and quality. He also discusses the dangers associated with handling and storing gun cotton, offering advice on how to minimize the risks. Overall, ""Compressed Gun Cotton For Military Use"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and science of gun cotton, as well as those involved in the manufacture and use of military equipment.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.