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Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail,New
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The fireship was the guided missile of the age of sail. Packed with incendiary (and sometimes explosive) material, it was aimed at its highly inflammable wooden target by volunteers who bailed out at the last moment. Although it often missed its target, the panic it caused among the crewswho generally could not swim and had no method of safely abandoning shipdid the job. The most famous example of its use was the English attack off Gravelines in 1588 that led to the rout of the Spanish Armada and the adoption of the fireship as an integral part of the British fleet. The author explains how increasingly sophisticated 'fireworks' were designed into speciallybuilt ships, and how doctrines were worked out for their deployment. In covering some of the most dramatic battles of the sailing era, this heavily illustrated book reveals the full impact of a much used but little understood weapon on naval history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail'? A: 'Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail' explores the use of fireships in naval warfare during the Age of Sail, detailing their design, deployment, and historical significance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail' is Peter Kirsch.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First American Edition of the book.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2009.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What historical events are covered in the book? A: The book covers significant battles of the sailing era, including the English attack off Gravelines in 1588 against the Spanish Armada.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Fireship: The Terror Weapon of the Age of Sail' is heavily illustrated.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Great Britain.