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Long land pattern musket or Brown Bess, 46 inch barrel, 1727 pattern (musket
5929994 Long land pattern musket or A Brown BessA, 46 inch barrel, 1727 pattern (musket, flintlock, Long land pattern 1727) by British School, (18th Century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Long land pattern musket or A Brown BessA, 46 inch barrel, 1727 pattern.
This was the first standardised musket produced for the British Army. It remained in use, with slight changes, until 1797. It had an effective range of around 80 metres but was unreliable in wet or windy conditions.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
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The print captures a remarkable piece of history - the Long land pattern musket, also known as Brown Bess. This iconic firearm with its 46-inch barrel and 1727 pattern was the first standardized musket produced for the British Army. Displayed at the National Army Museum in London, this artifact represents an era of military innovation. Dating back to the 18th century, this flintlock musket played a significant role in shaping warfare tactics during that time. Its longevity is evident as it remained in use, albeit with slight modifications, until 1797. With an effective range of approximately 80 meters, it provided soldiers with a formidable weapon on the battlefield. However, despite its strengths, this renowned firearm had one notable weakness - unreliability under wet or windy conditions. Nevertheless, its historical significance cannot be undermined. This image showcases not only the craftsmanship and design intricacies of this long-standing weapon but also offers us a glimpse into military technology advancements over centuries. As we admire this extraordinary relic from afar through Fine Art Finder's lens courtesy of Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate how instruments like these have shaped our understanding of warfare and their impact on society as a whole.
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