How to operate a Cannon in the Age of Sail

Join our discord: Hand over them doubloons: Fork it over: Channel merch: The Naval Gun is often regarded as one of the most important inventions in maritime history. This devastating piece of technology allowed Europe to conquer the ocean. They were used for blasting enemy ships, rigging, and crew. In movies, video games and artwork, portrayal of the gun is usually relegated to broadsides: full rows of artillery firing all at once. Reality would have been quite different - much slower and methodical. By understanding how these weapons actually worked, and knowing how they were operated, we can paint a very different picture. Period sources: The Sea-Man’s Grammar - Cpt. John Smith Les Travaux de Mars - Alain Manesson Mallet The Seaman’s Made Vecum - William Mountaine The Sea-Gunner - John Seller Modern sources: The Sea-Rover’s Practice - Benerson Little Music by Kevin MacLeod 0:00 Introduction 0:52 The Barrel 01:43 Assembling the gun 03:25 Personell 5:10 Preparations 7:08 Firing the gun 8:09 Reloading the gun 8:52 Unloading the gun 9:48 Finishing touches 10:06 Ammo types #history #cannons #pirates #privateers #goldandgunpowder #