This manual provides a technical overview of the principles and practices of gunnery and explosives for field artillery officers. The text, a reproduction of a work published before 1923, details the operational aspects of artillery, focusing on the technical knowledge required for effective deployment and use of ordnance. It covers the ballistics, trajectory calculations, and the properties and application of various explosives relevant to field artillery operations during that era.

As a historical reproduction of a technical manual from the early 20th century, this work is primarily of interest to historians, military enthusiasts, and specialists in historical ordnance. Its value lies in its direct insight into the technical knowledge and practices of field artillery officers of that period. The reproduction process, while preserving the content, may introduce minor imperfections, a common characteristic of such historical reprints. The book serves as a primary source document for understanding the evolution of artillery technology and doctrine.