Catechism For Officers Of Artillery Volunteers (1873) is a book written by John Mackenzie Macintyre that provides a comprehensive guide for officers of artillery volunteers. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of artillery warfare. The topics covered include the organization and administration of artillery units, the principles of gunnery, the use of different types of artillery, and the tactics and strategy of artillery warfare.The book begins with an introduction that outlines the importance of artillery in modern warfare and the role that artillery volunteers play in defending their country. It then goes on to provide a detailed overview of the organization and administration of artillery units, including the roles and responsibilities of officers and the structure of the chain of command.The next section of the book focuses on the principles of gunnery, including the physics of ballistics, the different types of projectiles used in artillery, and the methods used to aim and fire artillery pieces. This section also covers the use of different types of artillery, including field guns, howitzers, and mortars.The final section of the book covers the tactics and strategy of artillery warfare, including the use of artillery in offensive and defensive operations, the coordination of artillery fire with other units, and the use of artillery in siege warfare.Throughout the book, Macintyre provides detailed explanations and practical advice for officers of artillery volunteers, drawing on his own experience as a veteran of the Crimean War. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both novice and experienced officers alike.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.
