I've started watching this series and I'm on Episode 3 of 7, where they're talking about the Civil War.. If you're a history nerd as well as firearm nerd, this series is just chock full of fascinating stuff!
One of the little tidbits I found interesting was how George Washington taught his troops about the "buck and ball" method of loading their muskets. He told them to add a few pellets of buckshot before adding the ball to barrel so, when fired, if the ball didn't kill your opponent...maybe the buckshot would!
Have you seen this special? What did you think?
Ed
One of the little tidbits I found interesting was how George Washington taught his troops about the "buck and ball" method of loading their muskets. He told them to add a few pellets of buckshot before adding the ball to barrel so, when fired, if the ball didn't kill your opponent...maybe the buckshot would!
Have you seen this special? What did you think?
Ed