Military Artillery

Military ArtilleryMike MillerWhat is artillery?Artillery is large guns and cannons.

People of ArtilleryGalileo was the first person to measure cannon trajectory. However, the people at his time didnt like new discoveries, and he was almost burned to death.In the time of the revolutionary war, not a lot of people were educated. So those that were skilled enough to be able to shoot a cannon a course seemed like wizards. They were also considered elite troops.Bronze vs. IronThere are benefits to both bronze and iron cannons. Bronze cannons were lighter, making it easier to drag them across the country.Iron cannons, however, were stronger. They could hold a bigger charge, which causes them to shoot farther.Bronze vs. IronBronze Iron

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