I liked this video, for sure. But i have to say that stating that firearms were in their infancy in the 18th century is probably a stretch. Didnt the strart deeing use in europe in the 14th century? And even earlier in asia?
When I said gunpowder weapons were in their infancy, I meant that they were less developed compared to post industrial era, and relied on slow muzzle loading muskets and cannons. In Northeast Asia, many soldiers still used bows and spears and cavalry archers alongside musket troops. Seeing a fully automatic volley gun would have been terrifying for the average soldier.
Great post! extremely informative
I liked this video, for sure. But i have to say that stating that firearms were in their infancy in the 18th century is probably a stretch. Didnt the strart deeing use in europe in the 14th century? And even earlier in asia?
When I said gunpowder weapons were in their infancy, I meant that they were less developed compared to post industrial era, and relied on slow muzzle loading muskets and cannons. In Northeast Asia, many soldiers still used bows and spears and cavalry archers alongside musket troops. Seeing a fully automatic volley gun would have been terrifying for the average soldier.