The Details of the Rocket System by Sir William Congreve
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"The Details of the Rocket System" by Sir William Congreve is a military treatise written in the early 19th century. This work details the design, application, and tactical advantages of a new artillery system utilizing rockets for land and naval warfare. Congreve delineates various operational uses of rockets, supported by illustrations and specific instructions, reflecting on the weapon's potential to enhance military effectiveness. The opening of the work serves as an introduction
that outlines its purpose and context, recognizing the establishment of a Rocket Corps in the British Army, commanded by his Royal Highness the Prince Regent. Congreve expresses his dedication to contributing to the efficacy of this new corps, emphasizing the practicality and potential advantages of the rocket system over traditional artillery. He sets the stage for detailed instructions on organizing rocket troops, equipment, and firing techniques, reflecting his commitment to advancing military technology and strategy during a transformative period in warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Congreve, William, Sir, 1772-1828 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Details of the Rocket System |
| Credits |
Produced by Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UF: Military science: Artillery |
| Subject | Rockets (Ordnance) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57791 |
| Release Date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 440 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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