Ordnance Instructions For The Navy: Fourth Edition (1866)

The book titled ""Ordnance Instructions For The Navy: Fourth Edition (1866)"" is a comprehensive guidebook published by the United States Navy Department. The book is designed to provide detailed instructions and guidelines for the handling, maintenance, and use of ordnance equipment and weapons used by the US Navy. The fourth edition of the book was published in 1866 and includes updates and revisions to the previous editions. The book covers a wide range of topics related to ordnance, including the construction and operation of various types of guns, projectiles, and other naval weapons. It also provides guidance on the proper handling and storage of ammunition, as well as instructions for conducting firing exercises and gunnery drills. In addition to the technical information, the book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the various components of the ordnance equipment. Overall, ""Ordnance Instructions For The Navy: Fourth Edition (1866)"" is an essential resource for anyone involved in the operation and maintenance of naval weapons and equipment. It provides a wealth of information and guidance that is still relevant today, more than 150 years after its initial publication.Contains Part 1, Relating To The Preparation Of Vessels Of War For Battle, And To The Duties Of Officers And Others When At Quarters; Part 2, The Equipment And Maneuver Of Boats And Exercise Of Boat Howitzers; Part 3, Ordnance And Ordnance Stores.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.