Handbuch für Heer und Flotte Vol. III

The book exhibits signs of age with a worn spine and some edge wear, yet remains structurally sound. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. The absence of a dust jacket is noted, consistent with its age. Overall, it is in good condition for a work from 1911.

"Handbuch für Heer und Flotte" by Georg von Alten, published by Deutsches Verlagshaus Bong & Co. in 1911, is an encyclopedic reference on military sciences and related fields. This volume, the third in the series, focuses on steamships, providing detailed insights with 27 color and black-and-white plates and 311 illustrations. The book is a collaboration involving numerous military officers, medical officers, and scholars, highlighting its comprehensive and authoritative nature. Published in multiple cities including Berlin and Leipzig, this edition reflects early 20th-century military knowledge. The condition of this copy reveals aged but sturdy binding with noticeable wear on the spine, indicative of its historical journey. A valuable resource for military historians and collectors, this edition is a testament to the rich history of military science documentation.