Boat Armament of the U.S. Navy (1856) is a comprehensive guide to the weaponry used by the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. Written by John Adolphus Dahlgren, a prominent naval officer and inventor, the book covers a range of topics related to naval armament, including the design and construction of guns, the use of gunpowder and shot, and the tactics employed in naval warfare. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams...