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Flintlock musket, 1689-1702 (musket, flintlock)
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Flintlock musket, 1689-1702 (musket, flintlock)
5929639 Flintlock musket, 1689-1702 (musket, flintlock) by British School, (17th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Flintlock musket, 1689-1702.
This kind of musket was used by most British infantry. It changed little from King WilliamAs time to the middle of the nineteenth century. The plug bayonet was a seventeenth century invention that effectively converted the musket into a pike. Pikemen became less important, and were gradually phased out.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
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This print showcases a Flintlock musket, dating back to the late 17th century. Crafted by the British School, this remarkable piece of weaponry is on display at the National Army Museum in London. The Flintlock musket was an essential tool for most British infantry during its time, remaining relatively unchanged from King William's era until the mid-19th century. Its design and functionality were so effective that it became synonymous with British military might. What makes this particular musket intriguing is its ability to transform into a pike-like weapon through the use of a plug bayonet. This ingenious invention allowed soldiers to convert their muskets into makeshift spears, eliminating the need for dedicated pikemen on the battlefield. Over time, as warfare evolved and tactics shifted, pikemen gradually lost their significance and were eventually phased out altogether. The versatility of the Flintlock musket played a significant role in rendering them obsolete. As we gaze upon this image captured by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to an era when these flintlocks stood as symbols of power and authority on battlefields across Britain. It serves as a reminder of how technology shapes history and how even seemingly small innovations can have profound impacts on warfare strategies throughout centuries gone by.
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