American Coastal Defenses 1885–1950
American Coastal Defenses 1885–1950

Author: Terrance McGovern

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-06-20

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 1782000615

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In the late-19th century, with the advances in technology and the increase in America's economic stature, a new round of fortification building began in the United States and its overseas territories. Locations such as Portland, Boston, New York, Baltimore, Charlestown, Savannah, Key West, Los Angeles and San Francisco were all extensively fortified. This book provides a concise introduction to the design, development and purpose of American coastal defenses in the "modern" era (1885–1950), a period defined by the use of concrete, steel, and powerful breech-loading rifles. It covers the emplacements, weaponry, equipment, and people that defended their country in times of great change and uncertainty.

American Seacoast Defenses
American Seacoast Defenses

Author: Coast Defense Study Group

Publisher: CDSG Press

Published: 2015-01-15

Total Pages: 732

ISBN-13: 9780974816739

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A unique reference guide to seacoast defenses and fortifications of the United States from 1789 to 1950

Seacoast Fortifications of the United States
Seacoast Fortifications of the United States

Author: Emanuel Raymond Lewis

Publisher: US Naval Institute Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781557505026

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The only work available on the history of U.S. coastal defenses, including their armament and architecture. It will appeal to fort visitors and naval history buffs as well as to those interested in artillery and military architecture.

Notes on Seacoast Defense
Notes on Seacoast Defense

Author: John Gross Barnard

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing

Published: 2008-10-01

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9781437042696

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Battle Ready
Battle Ready

Author: David M. Hansen

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780874223200

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Altered landscapes and an array of concrete structures-- remnants of Puget Sound fortifications-- serve as silent reminders of a unique chapter in Pacific Northwest history. The waterway's wide entrance, deep waters, and recurrent fog left it vulnerable to attack, and it became part of the National Coast Defense System in 1894. Following construction on Point Wilson, Admiralty Head, and Marrowstone Point, the harbor became one of the most heavily guarded in the United States. "Battle Ready" describes designs, innovations, frustrations over implementation plans, and the experience of serving in the fortifications during their period of greatest importance. The extensively researched volume summarizes the fascinating saga of Washington State's seacoast defense, presenting the broad story in both a national and local context.

Seacoast Artillery Weapons
Seacoast Artillery Weapons

Author: War Department

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-09-22

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 0974816744

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This technical manual covers the weapons and the basic principles employed in the operation of seacoast artillery used during the WW II period.It is profusely illustrated with photographs and illustrations of the weapons and their supporting systems. An excellent resource book for those interested in the WW II-era seacoast artillery weapons: the 16-inch, 12-inch, 8-inch, and 6-inch long range barbette mounts, the M1900 6-inch, the M1902 and M1903 3-inch, the 90 mm anti-motor torpedo boat weapons, and the 155 mm tractor-drawn guns.