Course Of Lectures Upon The Defense Of The Seacoast Of The United States: Delivered Before The U. S. Naval War College (1888)

Course of Lectures Upon the Defense of the Seacoast of the United States is a book written by Henry Larcom Abbot, originally published in 1888. The book comprises a series of lectures that Abbot delivered before the U.S. Naval War College. The lectures focus on the defense of the seacoast of the United States, covering topics such as the principles of coast defense, the organization of defenses, the construction of fortifications, and the use of artillery. Abbot draws on his experience as a military engineer and his knowledge of the history of coastal defense to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject. The book is a valuable resource for military historians, engineers, and anyone interested in the history of American military strategy.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. Read more