In this book Kevin Kiley looks at artillery in use throughout the Napoleonic period. He examines Napoleon's own artillery as well as that employed by his enemies, and he evaluates the gunners' contribution to warfare in the period. By looking at particular battles in detail, Kevin Kiley shows just how the effective employment of artillery could tip the scales of victory. The book also deal with the technical aspects of gunnery during the period: how guns were placed, their range, what calibres were preferred, how artillery operated. There are also discussions of the personalities involved and the difference between good gunnery and mediocre artillery. Includes an examination of French artillery, including that of the Imperial Guard, and compares it to that of Britain, Russia and Austria.
About the author
Kevin Kiley, a life-long student of the Napoleonic period, served for many years as an artillery officer and is currently a teacher.
Artillery of the Napoleonic Wars
Author(s) : KILEY Kevin F.
- Year of publication :
- 2004
- Place and publisher :
- London: Greenhill
- Number of pages :
- 320