Title: | American coastal defences 1885-1950 |
Authors: | T. Mcgovern ; B. Smith ; Peter Bull, Illustrator |
Material Type: | Books |
Publisher: | London : Osprey Publishing, 2006 |
Article on page: | 64 p. |
Series: | Fortress, num. 44 |
ISBN (or other code): | 978-1-84176-922-6 |
Languages: | English |
Descriptors: |
6.20 International relations > State security > Defence > Défense militaire Europe |
Tags: | United States--History, Military ; United States--History--19th century ; United States--History--20th century |
Abstract: | Provides an introduction to the design, development and purpose of American coastal defenses in the 'modern period' (1885-1950), a period defined by the use of concrete, steel, and powerful breech-loading rifles. This title offers period and modern-day images of the fortifications, and covers the emplacements, weaponry, equipment, and people. |