ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD ARTILLERY
From Old French artillerie, from artillier to equip with weapons, of uncertain origin.
10 QUOTES WITH «ARTILLERY»
Famous quotes and sentences with the word
artillery.
On my left the shooting had the sharp explosion of the infantry artillery, on my right could be heard the sporadic cannon shots thundering from the front, and up above the sky was clear and the sun bright.
I have observed that baseball is not unlike a war, and when you come right down to it, we batters are the heavy artillery.
Your heaviest artillery will be your will to live. Keep that big gun going.
The Marines in Korea never feared 'friendly fire' or artillery coming from the South Koreans - from their allies - like they did later in Vietnam, fighting with the South Vietnamese. The Koreans could be trusted.
The idea of aerial military surveillance dates back to the Civil War, when both the Union and the Confederacy used hot-air balloons to spy on the other side, tracking troop movements and helping to direct artillery fire.
In a few days an officer came to our camp, under a flag of truce, and informed Hamilton, then a captain of artillery, but afterwards the aid of General Washington, that Captain Hale had been arrested within the British lines condemned as a spy, and executed that morning.
War is not only a matter of equipment, artillery, group troops or air force; it is largely a matter of spirit, or morale.
The moral effect of the thundering of one's own artillery is most extraordinary, and many of us thought that we had never heard any more welcome sound than the deep roaring and crashing that started in at our rear.
The French were generous in giving us assistance in corps and army artillery, with its personnel, and we were confident from the start of our superiority over the enemy in guns of all calibers.
By the last returns to the Department of War the militia force of the several States may be estimated at 800,000 men - infantry, artillery, and cavalry.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ARTILLERY»
Discover the use of
artillery in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
artillery and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Field
Artillery Weapons of the Civil War
"This new paperback edition of an established classic is a detailed survey, replete with photographs and diagrams, of the field artillery used by both sides in the Civil War.
James C. Hazlett, Edwin Olmstead, M. Hume Parks, 2004
2
Artillery: An Illustrated History of Its Impact
Addressing its technical evolution as well as its military and social impact, this comprehensive reference shows how historic leaders such as Dionysus of Syracuse, the Ottoman sultan Mohammad II, Oliver Cromwell, and Napoleon Bonaparte were ...
Gudmundsson tells the story of field artillery in the 20th century and its impact on the major conflicts of our time.
Bruce I. Gudmundsson, 1993
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Field
Artillery and Firepower
Unlike other books that either describe the technical aspects of present-day firepower or outline its history during specific wars, this work provides both a detailed explanation of the modern artillery system and a history of its ...
Jonathan B. A. Bailey, 2004
Surveys modern artillery in military use, including towed and self-propelled guns, rockets, ammunition, and associated equipment.
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The 1864 Field
Artillery Tactics
Richly illustrated with 122 highly detailed engravings of all types of artillery equipment and maneuvers Civil War historians, and especially reenactors, will enjoy this addition to the Civil War Reference & Reenactors Guide series This ...
William Henry French, William Farquhar Barry, Henry Jackson Hunt, 1864
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Greek and Roman
Artillery 399 BC-AD 363
Traces the design, development, and constuction of ancient artillery including the catapult, the arrow-firing ballista, and the stone-throwing onager.
8
Modeling Realistic Tanks and
Artillery: An Illustrated Guide
Learn how to make realistic models of tanks, towed and self-propelled artillery, and trucks.
9
Artillery Through the Ages: A Short Illustrated History of ...
Many of the types of cannon described in this book may be seen in areas of the National Park system; some parks with especially fine collections are listed. Illustrated with detailed drawings.
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Artillery and Missiles
Provides an overview of different types of artillery and missiles, including self-propelled guns, standoff missiles, and nuclear bombs.
Martin J. Dougherty, 2012
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ARTILLERY»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
artillery is used in the context of the following news items.
Indian Army to get a new artillery gun more than 20 years after Bofors
Called the Dhanush artillery guns, the project has taken off after it received the Bulk Production Clearance (BPC) from the army for 144 guns, ... «Firstpost, Jul 15»
Turkey places artillery, missiles on Syrian border
A large number of military convoys carrying missile fuses and artillery out from Ankara have reached the Syrian border province of Kilis. Special ... «www.worldbulletin.net, Jul 15»
Artillery troops test drones at combat drill
The drill, which will last more than two months, will involve artillery brigades from all seven PLA military area commands confront armored forces, infantry and air ... «Hong Kong Standard, Jul 15»
Victoria Memorial to display Tipu Sultan's notebook on artillery
The notebook written in Persian (Shikasta) touches on a variety of subjects but is mainly a treatise on the art of artillery. It is divided into eight ... «The Hindu, Jul 15»
One Shot, One Kill: Russia Develops New Ship-Sinking Artillery
Russia's NIMI (Engineering Scientific Research Institute) is developing artillery shells with intellectual, programmable detonators which allow ... «Sputnik International, Jul 15»
Margaret Lauterbach: Bugs don't always warrant heavy artillery
Some folks need a reminder that one or two or even a dozen insects do not constitute an invasion, warranting a spray. “I saw a bug, what do I ... «The Idaho Statesman, Jul 15»
Images: US Marine and Australian artillery support combined arms …
An M777A2 lightweight 155 mm howitzer with 101st Battery, 8th/12th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, Australian Army, fires a projectile in ... «DVIDS, Jul 15»
The Four Fridas at Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich
Inspired by the life and art of the Mexican painter surnamed Kahlo, The Four Fridas is the headline attraction at this year's ... «The Times, Jul 15»
Heavy artillery
A cannon believed to be between 500 and 600 years old and recovered from a Spanish shipwreck in the Philippines welcomes visitors to the ... «The Kearney Courier, Jul 15»
Evacuation after possible artillery mortar shells found
Police have evacuated residents and cordoned off an area in Stratford-Upon-Avon after two suspected artillery mortar shells were found. «ITV News, Jul 15»
