Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Lives and Works of Civil and Military Engineers of America"" was written by Charles B. Stuart and published in 1871. The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives and works of some of the most prominent civil and military engineers in America during that time period. The book includes biographical sketches of engineers such as Benjamin Latrobe, Robert Fulton, and John Ericsson, among others, and their contributions to the field of engineering. The book also discusses the development of engineering in America during the 18th and 19th centuries, including the construction of canals, railroads, and bridges. The author provides detailed descriptions of the engineering projects undertaken by these engineers, including the challenges they faced and the innovative solutions they developed. Overall, ""Lives and Works of Civil and Military Engineers of America"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering in America.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.
