Mahan's Permanent Fortifications (1887) - Dennis Hart Mahan - Bog

Mahan's Permanent Fortifications is a book written by Dennis Hart Mahan and published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design and construction of permanent fortifications, including walls, bastions, and other defensive structures. Mahan was a renowned military engineer and professor at West Point, and his book draws on his extensive experience in designing and building fortifications. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of fortification design and construction. The first section provides an overview of the principles of fortification, including the importance of terrain, the role of artillery, and the types of defensive structures that can be used. The second section covers the design and construction of walls, including the materials and techniques used, as well as the importance of incorporating features like angles and flanking fire. The third section focuses on the design and construction of bastions, which are triangular structures that provide additional defensive firepower. Mahan covers the different types of bastions, including the Vauban system, which was widely used in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. The fourth section covers the design and construction of other defensive structures, such as redoubts, lunettes, and trenches. Throughout the book, Mahan provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he is discussing. He also includes examples of real-world fortifications, both ancient and modern, to illustrate his points. Mahan's Permanent Fortifications is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in military history, engineering, or architecture, and remains a classic text on the subject to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.