A system of pyrotechny

CHAPTER I.

PYROTECHNY IN GENERAL.

_Sec. I. Definition of Pyrotechny._

Pyrotechny is defined the doctrine of artificial fire-works, whether for war or exhibition, and is derived from the Greek, πυρ _fire_, and τεχνη _art_. In a more general sense, it comprehends the structure and use of fire-arms, and the science which teaches the management and application of fire in sev...