Author: Iain McCallum
The Maxim brothers were self-made men from a humble New England background. Their military inventions span a variety of fields. Hiram's automatic machine gun is the best known, but Hudson was largely instrumental in persuading the US Navy to adopt nitro-cellulose, which probably kept it clear of the disastrous explosions that affected ships using cordite. Hiram's attempts to fly were brave and well-conceived, though unsuccessful, and his serious work began with the development of a lightweight steam engine and boiler. This book on the life and turbulent times of two of the most prolific military inventors of all time is a necessary addition to any serious collection of books on weapon development through the ages.
Format: Hardbound
Pages: 320
Length: 6w x 9h
ISBN-13: 9781861760968
ISBN: 1861760965
Catalog ID: 143647