WW1 1917 EXPLOSIVES MUNITIONS HANDBOOK ARTILLERY SHELLS FUZES GRENADE AMMUNITION A SHORT ACCOUNTOF EXPLOSIVES
by ARTHUR MARSHALL(Chemical Inspector, Indian OrdnanceDepartment)
J. & A. CHURCHILL, London, 1917
An original 1917 edition of Arthur Marshall\'s survey of explosives, theirmanufacture, production, anduse, both military and commercial.A Short Account of Explosivesis a well illustrated handbook, produced during WW1, and intended to be used by officers of the army and navy, and those involved in munitions production. Subjects covered include: black powder, nitrocellulose, nitroglycerine, military high explosives, smokeless powders, commercial explosives, ignition and detonation, and fireworks. The book also includes information on shells, fuzes and grenades which were in use by the armed forces at the time. An invaluable reference work for anyone interested in First World War munitions and ammunition. Illustrated with diagrams, line drawings, and photographs.
Condition:
In very good condition. The boards are in very good condition with just a slight warp to the edge at the front and rear. The binding and hinges are very good and secure. The text and illustrations are in very good condition.
Published: 1917Khaki boards with red titlingWith 29 illustrationsDimensions: 190mm x 250mmPages: 96
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