and consisted in a small breech-loading cannon equipped with a swivel for easy rotation, loaded by inserting a mug-shaped chamber already filled with powder and projectiles. The breech-loading swivel gun had a high rate of fire, and was especially effective in anti-personnel roles.

Firearms

16th century (Late Medieval Period)

Breech-loading firearms are known from the 16th century. Henry VIII possessed

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