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A Howitzer in action
Unknown, 1916, Press cutting, Reproduction
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A Howitzer in action
A Howitzer in action
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32682
Title
The might of the new British artillery: a big Howitzer in action during the great advance
Description
From the Illustrated London News published July 29th 1916.
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Unknown
Date
1916
Size
39.6 x 26.7cm
Type
Press cutting
;
Reproduction
The howitzer was an artillery weapon designed to propel heavy shells at a steep angle over medium distances. They developed from canons and were first used in the 17th century. They were a suitable weapon for the First World War's trench warfare due to the steep angle of their missile's descent as they were more likely to hit their target than longer-range/lower trajectory weapons.
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ILN During WWI: Modernising Warfare
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