The British Soldier's Firearm From Smoothbore to Smallbore 1850-1864, Dr. C. H. Roads

332 pages, fine condition hardcover in a fine dustjacket. Previous owner name on top edge of the first endpaper.  An excellent reference that documents the history and development of these arms, and the hundreds of options the military had to select from.  Starting with the Delvigne-Minie System, pattern 1851 and 1853 rifled musket, derivative arms, experimental service arms 1850 to 1864,  ammunition, capping breechloader 1854-1866, Westley Richards Cavalry Carbine and companion arms, etc. with 360 illustrations.  Mailing included in the price.