William Baker Brown's groundbreaking study of the history of submarine mining in the British Army offers a detailed and fascinating account of one of the most innovative and daring military tactics of the Victorian era. Exploring the science, technology, and strategy behind submarine mining, Brown's book sheds important light on a key aspect of 19th-century military history.

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