A Treatise On Military Surveying : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164555315 : 1164555316 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""A Treatise On Military Surveying: Including Sketching In The Field, Plan-Drawing, Leveling Military Reconnoissance"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of military surveying, written by Basil Jackson and originally published in 1853. The book covers a range of topics related to surveying and mapping, including the use of instruments such as the theodolite and compass, the creation of maps and plans, and the techniques of field sketching and reconnaissance. Jackson also discusses the importance of accurate surveying in military operations, and provides detailed instructions for conducting surveys in various types of terrain and under different conditions. The book is a valuable resource for military personnel, engineers, and anyone interested in the history and techniques of surveying.""Also A Particular Description Of The Surveying Instruments Commonly Employed B