Superguns 1854–1991: Extreme artillery from the Paris Gun and the V-3 to Iraq's Project Babylon (New Vanguard, 265)
From the Paris Gun's long-range bombardments in World War I to the V-3's multi-chamber design in World War II, and Iraq's Project Babylon supergun ambitions, this book chronicles over 130 years of extreme artillery development. It details the engineering hurdles and military strategies behind these remarkable, often impractical weapons.
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Superguns 1854–1991 examines the development of extreme artillery pieces over more than a century. It covers innovative designs aimed at achieving unprecedented range and destructive power in warfare.
The book traces the evolution from early experimental guns to sophisticated projects during major conflicts. Key examples include the German Paris Gun of World War I and the V-3 cannon in World War II.
Later efforts, such as Iraq's Project Babylon in the 1980s, highlight the persistent pursuit of supergun technology despite technological challenges. The narrative focuses on the technical and strategic aspects of these weapons.
Part of the New Vanguard series, this work provides a concise overview for readers interested in military history and engineering innovations.
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