Early Firearms 1300-1800
Early Firearms 1300-1800 by Michael Spencer, published by Bloomsbury USA on September 23, 2008, offers a concise overview of the history of European firearms from their inception in the Middle Ages to the advancements seen during the Industrial Revolution. This 48-page book delves into the evolution of gunpowder and firearms, detailing the development of reliable firing mechanisms and improvements in accuracy and rate of fire, while also examining the scientific and industrial processes that influenced these changes.
Readers will find a structured summary that highlights the technical evolution of firearms, supported by a framework for accurate dating. The book serves as a valuable resource for military historians and firearms collectors alike, featuring a collection of illustrations of rare firearms that are not commonly available in print. Through its exploration of antiques and collectibles related to firearms and weapons, this edition provides insights into the significant advancements in weaponry over the centuries.
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This book provides a general summary of the history of European firearms, from the earliest designs which appeared during the Middle Ages through to the mechanized weapon production of the Industrial Revolution. Covering the dual inventions of gunpowder and the gun, the development of reliable firing mechanisms, improvements in accuracy and rate of fire and the revolutionary changes brought about by the application of scientific and industrial processes, Michael Spencer explains the technical evolution of the firearm and analyzes what drove these changes.
Built around an accurate dating framework, this is an invaluable resource for both military historians and firearms collectors, and includes an array of illustrations of rare firearms, difficult to find elsewhere in print.
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