FRENCH ARTILLERY AND NAVAL ORDNANCE 1337-1763

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This is the first of a two volume series to cover the vastly complex study of the French artillery. Demonstrates the phases of development that ultimately led to the artillery of the Seven Years War. The second volume will take the story into the Napoleonic period. All types of artillery are examined, including naval ordnance. Handsomely illustrated, with stunning photographs and diagrams of artillery pieces and their carriages. Also includes a study of artillery uniforms to compliment the hardware. Contains 4 tables of organization, illustrated throughout in color, 161 plans, 173 plates, 47 tables, over 200 photographs, and 50 uniform schematics.