Memoir of the New Bavarian Field Pieces
Document 1799Rumford describes the new Bavarian field pieces which were constructed under his direction. He explains various design elements, such as a mode of carrying the gunners, dual lines of sight, and modifications to the elevation machine.
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Document
Description
Rumford describes the new Bavarian field pieces which were constructed under his direction. He explains various design elements, such as a mode of carrying the gunners, dual lines of sight, and modifications to the elevation machine.
Date
08/26/1799
Author
Repository
Collection
Document number
1799082690001
Page start
4
Note
Enclosed in Rumford to McHenry, 08/26/1799.
Notable persons
Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford
late Elector Palatine Reigning Duke of Bavaria
Bavarian Artillery
Notable locations
Munich
Brompton
Notable items
Bavarian Field Pieces
guns
six pounders
construction
horse artillery
lumber
ammunition wagon
safe and commodious seats
ash timber
springs
long chest
strong side braces
carrying the men
flying artillery
gun carriage
severe trials
new Bavarian carriage
collars of thick sole leather
pivot of the elevating machines
expedite the management of the gun
handspikes
ramrod
elevating screw
lines of sight
wheels
useless reinforced rings