American Coastal Defenses 18851950 by Terrance Mcgovern
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.-
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Terrance McGovern has written several fortifications books and authored articles in international fortification journals. He has received degrees from Georgetown University and Tulane University. Terrance lives in McLean, Virginia.
Bolling Smith is a former captain in the US Army Reserve. A former chairman of the Coast Defense Study Group, he has edited the Coast Defense Journal for over a decade. He lives in Maryland, USA.
Peter Bull graduated from art college in 1979 and has worked as a freelance illustrator for over 25 years. He has created both traditional and digital art for publishers worldwide, and also runs the Peter Bull Art Studio, based in Kent, UK, which he founded in 1975. Peter Chesterton has worked closely with Peter Bull on the subject matter of this book.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781841769226 |
| ISBN 10 | 1841769223 |
| Title | American Coastal Defenses 18851950 |
| Author | Terrance Mcgovern |
| Series | Fortress |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2006-06-01 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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