Cannon
History: Gunpowder was not used in Europe to discharge projectiles until the beginning of the 14th century. Cannons was first used by England in 1339 at the siege of Cambrai. All early cannon were breechloaders. In the oldest form the breech consisted of wedges of wood or metal and this form was succeeded by cannons with movable breechpiece. The projectiles first used for cannons were made of stone. Hint: A great weapon for offensive war, especially accompanied by Riflemen for defence. Specifications:
|