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  • Artillery Through the Ages

    A Short, Illustrated History of the Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America

    by Albert Manucy ...
    Looking at an old-time cannon, most people are sure of just one thing: the shot came out of the front end. For that reason, these pages are written; people are curious about the fascinating weapon that so prodigiously and powerfully lengthened the warrior's arm. And theirs is a justifiable curiosity, because the gunner and his "art" played a significant role in American history. Contents: The Era ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages

    Enriched edition. A Short, Illustrated History of the Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America

    In "Artillery Through the Ages," Albert Manucy presents a meticulously researched exploration of the development of artillery from its inception to modern times. The book combines an engaging narrative style with a comprehensive analysis of technological advancements, military strategies, and the sociopolitical contexts that shaped artillery usage through history. Manucy's eloquent prose and keen ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    This illustrated history follows artillery from ancient war engines to the rifled cannon that transformed modern warfare. Catapults, ballistas, and trebuchets laid the groundwork long before gunpowder, and the arrival of cannon in Europe turned that older logic of siege power into a new military force. Early bombards such as Mons Meg and Dulle Griete could shatter castle walls, yet their immense ... Read more

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  • The Building of Castello de San Marcos

    "The Building of Castello de San Marcos" by Albert C. Manucy is a detailed exploration of the historic fortification located in St. Augustine, Florida. Manucy delves into the architectural and historical significance of the Castillo, which stands as a testament to Spanish colonial military engineering. The book provides insights into the construction techniques used during its building, the ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages

    "Artillery Through the Ages" by Albert C. Manucy is a comprehensive exploration of the development and evolution of artillery throughout military history. The book delves into various types of artillery, from ancient siege engines to modern artillery pieces, highlighting their technological advancements and tactical applications. Manucy’s detailed analysis provides readers with insights into how ... Read more

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  • The Building of Castello de San Marcos

    National Park Service Interpretive Series, History No. 1

    Example in this ebookFLORIDA AND THE PIRATESA Pirate Raid forced the Queen of Spain to build Castillo de San Marcos in Florida. On May 28, 1668, a sailing vessel appeared off the shallow bar of St. Augustine Harbor. It was a ship from Vera Cruz, bringing a supply of flour from New Spain to feed the poverty-stricken soldiers and settlers in Spanish Florida. Out went the harbor launch to put the bar ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages (Illustrated Edition)

    Enriched edition. From Ancient Cannons to Modern Firepower: Weapons, Tactics, and the Evolution of Warfare

    by Albert Manucy ...
    Albert Manucy's 'Artillery Through the Ages (Illustrated Edition)' is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of artillery weapons and tactics from ancient times to modern warfare. The book delves into the technical details of cannons, mortars, and other artillery pieces, while also analyzing their impact on military strategies throughout history. Manucy's writing style is meticulously ... Read more

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  • Menendez

    Pedro Menendez de Aviles, Captain General of the Ocean Sea

    by Albert Manucy ...
    Everyone knows of Columbus and Ponce de Leon, but the name of Menendez is not as familiar. Yet Pedro Menendez de Aviles might truly be called one of the founding fathers of America, for he was the founder of the nation's oldest city—St. Augustine.This book is the first to be written about Menendez. It is based on scholarly research, but it is not just a work for the scholar. It was written for the ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. A Short, Illustrated History of the Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America

    Artillery Through the Ages is a concise yet remarkably lucid survey of the evolution of cannon, projectiles, gun carriages, and fortification warfare from the advent of gunpowder to the modernizing armies of the nineteenth century. Written in a clear expository style, the book combines technical explanation with historical narrative, placing weapons within the broader context of siegecraft, naval ... Read more

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  • Artillery Through the Ages

    Enriched edition. A Short, Illustrated History of the Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America

    In "Artillery Through the Ages," Albert Manucy meticulously chronicles the evolution of artillery from antiquity to the modern era, examining its profound impact on military strategy and warfare. The book employs an analytical literary style, blending historical narrative with technical descriptions, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of different artillery systems, including ... Read more

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    In three years, the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, leading a few hundred Spanish soldiers, overcame a centuries-old empire that could put tens of thousands of warriors on the field. Even after his god-like reputation had been shattered, and his horses and cannons were no longer regarded as supernatural, his ruthless daring took him on to victory. Yet in the end, his prize was not the gold ... Read more

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  • Columbus

    The Four Voyages, 1492-1504

    From the author of the Magellan biography, Over the Edge of the World, a mesmerizing new account of the great explorer.Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage across the Atlantic Ocean in search of a trading route to China, and his unexpected landfall in the Americas, is a watershed event in world history. Yet Columbus made three more voyages within the span of only a decade, each designed to ... Read more

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