02183cam a22003133u 4500 20483 UtSlPG 20260610133455.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 UF Manucy, Albert C. Artillery Through the Ages : A Short Illustrated History of Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-01-30 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Artillery Through the Ages" by Albert C. Manucy is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the development of artillery, particularly focusing on various types of cannons and their significance in American history. It intricately details how artillery evolved from ancient war engines to modern cannon, underscoring their impact on warfare and military strategy. The opening of the book introduces the origins and significance of artillery in warfare, starting with ancient engines like the Roman catapult and the ballista. It emphasizes the evolution of weaponry, discussing the introduction of gunpowder and the development of cannons through the ages, specifically detailing their roles in significant historical sieges and battles. Manucy sets the stage for a thorough exploration of artillery types, their mechanics, and their use in various conflicts, laying a foundation for understanding the complexities and innovations in artillery design and function throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States. Army -- Ordnance and ordnance stores Artillery -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20483 61754 61754