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Siege Mines And Underground Warfare (Shire Archaeology)
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When A Forward Assault On A Fortified Stronghold Was Not A Viable Option There Was Often Only One Alternative, To Make Like A Mole And Dig. The Technique Of Undermining A Site'S Defences Is Known In Ancient Sources Reaching Back As Far As The Assyrians, Although Techniques Have Come A Long Way Since The Days Of The Trojan Horse. This Concise Guide Looks Briefly At Ancient Techniques Of Siege Warfare And Subterranean Mining, Before Focusing On The Medieval And Modern Periods. Kenneth Wiggins Discusses Changes In Techniques Of Tunnelling, Attempts At Countering Such Attacks Through Different Types And Designs Of Fortifications, The Impact Of Gunpowder And The Use Of Undermining During The Crusades, The English Civil War And Through To The First World War.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Siege Mines and Underground Warfare'? A: The book focuses on the techniques of siege warfare and subterranean mining, exploring both ancient and modern practices used to undermine fortifications.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Siege Mines and Underground Warfare'? A: The author of the book is Kenneth Wiggins.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used item in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Siege Mines and Underground Warfare' have? A: The book contains 64 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: When was 'Siege Mines and Underground Warfare' published? A: The book was published on March 4, 2008.
- Q: Does the book cover modern siege techniques? A: Yes, the book discusses the evolution of siege techniques from ancient times to the medieval and modern periods.
- Q: What historical events are mentioned in the book? A: The book references events such as the Crusades, the English Civil War, and World War I.
- Q: Is there any focus on the impact of gunpowder in the book? A: Yes, the book examines the impact of gunpowder on siege warfare and underground mining techniques.
- Q: What type of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: This book would benefit history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in military strategy and archaeology.