Author: AUTHOR NOT STATED
Title: Handbook of Artillery Instruments 1914
Description: London: Her Majesty's Stationery Office, 1914. First Edition. Hardcover. 8 ads, [2], [iii], iv-v, [1], 2-187, [1], 9-15 ads, pages. 24.5 x 16 cm. Index. Fold-out illustration. Black and white plates. A quite detailed treatment of British artillery equipment of the day, which was surely oft refered to during WWI. "It is hoped the book will be found of use for instructional purposes, for assisting artificers and others, who have to adjust or repair the instruments, and for general reference for those who use or have charge of the instruments." - Preface. Prior owner's name penciled several times upon endpapers. Name faintly visible upon front board. Above-average wear to publisher's attractively embossed red cloth. Openings along backstrip. Binding sound. A worthy vintage copy.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Artillery - History - Britain. Fair .

Keywords: Science & Technology Military