The Encyclopedia Of Weapons
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| Author | : Chris Bishop |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2014 |
| Genre | : Airplanes, Military |
| ISBN | : 9781782741411 |
From the first tanks to early submarines to the repeating rifle to the biplane, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I examines key weapons from the Great War. It includes more than 300 pieces of equipment from handguns to zeppelins. Each weapon system is illustrated with a detailed profile artwork and a photograph showing the weapons system in service. Accompanying the illustrative material is detailed text that lists each weapon's service history, the numbers built, and its variants, as well as full specifications. Which tanks were first used at Cambrai? What was created in response to the request for a 'bloody paralyser'? What was the range of the Paris Gun? The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I answers these questions and many more. Packed with artworks, photographs and information on each featured weapon, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I is a fantastic book for any general reader or military enthusiast.
| Author | : Chuck Wills |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 845 |
| Release | : 2013-08-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1607109840 |
A complete look at weapons—from the Stone Age and Bronze Age to present day—from spears and swords to handguns and automatic weapons. When did hunting weapons begin to be used against humans instead of animals? What is the difference between the Plains Indian War Club and the Fijian War Club? What weapon is common to peoples in every part of the world? The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weaponry is a comprehensive guide to arms and armaments throughout history. Beginning in the Stone Age, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weaponry travels through the Bronze Age to our present day, showing the tools humans have used to defend themselves all around the globe. There’s the Japanese tanto, or dagger, which have become identified with gangs known as yakuza. There’s the flaming arrow used when Swiss and Austrian forces clashed in the 14th century. And there’s the revolver that Samuel Colt made practical for both military and civilian use in Hartford, Connecticut. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weaponry will help readers better understand how—and why—the battles of history were fought.
| Author | : Diagram Group |
| Publisher | : Macmillan |
| Total Pages | : 342 |
| Release | : 1990 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 9780312039509 |
This definitive guide covers the entire history of weapons, from the earliest, most primitive instruments up to remarkable advances in modern defense and warfare, including:Riot-control devicesElectrified nightsticksInfantry weaponsMultiple-launch rocketsFiber-optic misslesWire-guided torpedoes"Stealth" technology
| Author | : Chris Bishop |
| Publisher | : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 558 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781586637620 |
The encyclopedia of weapns of world war II is the most detailed and authoritative compendium of the weapons of mankind's greatesst conflict ever published. It is a must for the military, enthusiast, and all those interested in World War II.
| Author | : Ian V. Hogg |
| Publisher | : Horizon Book Promotions |
| Total Pages | : 192 |
| Release | : 1987 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 9780861241552 |
Discusses the origins, developments, and effectiveness of pistols, rifles, machine guns, mortars, grenades, and other weapons used during World War II, on a country by country basis
| Author | : Rupert Matthews |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 621 |
| Release | : 2014-10-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1626862729 |
This comprehensive, fully illustrated reference volume covers the evolution of small arms from primitive spears to portable rocket launchers. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Small Arms details more than 1,000 weapons, complete with full-color photographs. Featuring arms from around the world and across history, this stunning guide highlights the intricacies that make each variety unique, tying in historical anecdotes as well as the history of certain brands. Revealing fascinating insights and historical episodes—such as the inspiration for Samuel L. Colt’s revolvers, or the lozenge-case gun used by Italian spies during World War II—this is an ideal resource for historians as well as fire arms enthusiasts. The volume is lushly illustrated with detailed photographs, many of which are published here for the first time.
| Author | : Chris Bishop |
| Publisher | : Crescent |
| Total Pages | : 328 |
| Release | : 1988 |
| Genre | : Armies |
| ISBN | : |
Våbensystemer, våbenhistorie, våbenudvikling, våbentyper, m.m. Bredt opslagsværk om "alverdens militære våben", beskrivelse, fotos og tekniske data for de enkelte våben og de lande og nationer, i hvis væbnede styrker og militær, disse våben anvendes. Bogen er rigt illustreret, og udkom i 1988. Den er disponeret således: Surface to surface missiles; Modern main battle tanks; Modern light tanks and reconnaissance vehicles; Modern tracked infantry vehicles; Modern wheeled APCs; Modern self-propelled guns and howitzers; Modern towed artillery; Modern multiple rocket launchers; Surface to air missiles; Modern self-propelled anti-aircraft guns; Modern towed anti-aircraft weapons; Anti-tank missiles; Modern combat pistols; Modern sub machine-guns; Modern assault riffles; Modern sniping riffles; Modern machine guns; World Armies.
| Author | : DK |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 320 |
| Release | : 2014-03-17 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : 0744034698 |
This fascinating visual account of firearms shows everything from the earliest cannons to modern weapons of war. It also highlights how gun technology and military tactics developed in tandem over time. Centuries ago, the Chinese discovered that if they put gunpowder and a projectile into a metal tube and ignited it, they could fire the projectile with enormous force. The first guns were born. Firearms: An Illustrated History showcases over 300 firearms including pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, machine-guns, and artillery, each with annotated close-up photographs and details of their origins, barrel, and caliber. It details the use of the firearms, not just in the military but for sport, hunting, and law enforcement. This comprehensive volume traces the history of firearms, highlighting "turning points" such as the rifle with its parallel spiraled groves that could impart a spin to bullets making them fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. With information on the great gunsmiths including Beretta and Kalashnikov and a detailed guide to how guns work, Firearms: An Illustrated History is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and military history.
| Author | : Kenneth Macksey |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 391 |
| Release | : 1995 |
| Genre | : Military art and science |
| ISBN | : 9780140168723 |
| Author | : James Marchington |
| Publisher | : Lewis International (FL) |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2002-07 |
| Genre | : Firearms |
| ISBN | : 9781930983144 |
A guide to pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, knives, daggers, bayonets, and other handheld weapons that includes over 350 entries.
