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The Details of the Rocket System

By William Congreve

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

** Discover how a groundbreaking rocket system changed warfare in the 19th century, making its mark on both land and sea battles.

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2018-08-28
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Summary

** "The Details of the Rocket System" by William Congreve is a historical military document about a revolutionary artillery approach using rockets in the early 1800s. The book explores the innovative design, deployment, and strategic benefits of rocket-based weaponry for both land and sea battles. Complete with diagrams and clear guidance, Congreve highlights how rockets can greatly improve military operations. Focusing on the recent formation of a Rocket Corps in the British Army, the details within express the author's goal of enabling the effectiveness of the rocket system. The writing shows his enthusiasm for enhancing military capabilities through technological advancement and strategic thinking, providing complete instructions on everything from setting up rocket units to mastering firing methods. **

About the Author

Sir William Congreve, 2nd Baronet KCH FRS was a British Army officer, Tory politician, publisher and inventor. A pioneer in the field of rocket artillery, he was renowned for his development and use of Congreve rockets during the Napoleonic Wars.

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