The Story of the Guns is a historical book written by J. Emerson Tennent in 1864. The book describes the development of guns and artillery throughout history, from the earliest cannons to the modern weapons of the time. It covers the different types of guns and their uses in warfare, including the role they played in major battles and wars. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams of various guns and artillery pieces, as well as descriptions of their construction and operation. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of guns and their impact on military strategy and tactics. The Story of the Guns is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of warfare and the development of weapons technology.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.
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