Mahan's Permanent Fortifications (1887)

Mahan's Permanent Fortifications is a book written by Dennis Hart Mahan and published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction, and maintenance of permanent fortifications, including walls, bastions, and artillery emplacements. It covers a wide range of topics, including the principles of fortification, the selection of sites, the construction of different types of fortifications, and the defense of fortifications against various types of attacks. The book is intended for military engineers, architects, and anyone involved in the design and construction of fortifications. Mahan's Permanent Fortifications is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the military strategies and tactics of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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.