The History of the Corps of Royal Sappers and Miners Volume 2, written by Thomas William John Connolly and published in 1855, is a comprehensive account of the British military unit responsible for engineering and construction during times of war and peace. The book covers the history of the Corps from its formation in the late 1700s through to the mid-1800s, detailing its involvement in various military campaigns and construction projects around the world. The author provides an in-depth look at the training, organization, and duties of the Corps, as well as the personal stories of its members. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the Corps' work. This volume is a valuable resource for military historians, engineers, and anyone interested in the history of the British military.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.