Artillery Drill: Containing Instruction In The School Of The Piece And Battery Maneuvers (1863)

Artillery Drill: Containing Instruction In The School Of The Piece And Battery Maneuvers (1863) is a comprehensive guide to the use of artillery in warfare. Written by George Washington Patten, this book provides detailed instructions on the proper use of artillery, including the handling of the piece and the maneuvers of the battery. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the organization of artillery units, the types of guns and ammunition used, and the various techniques for aiming and firing artillery. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various drills and exercises used to train artillery soldiers, as well as tips for maintaining and repairing artillery equipment. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of artillery warfare, as well as for modern-day military historians and enthusiasts.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.