The Armstrong Gun (1800's-1900's)

      The term 'Armstrong Gun' is used mainly to describe the unique design of the rifled breech-loading field guns designed by Sir William Armstrong. Initially, Armstrong's system was made for special service in battle. Only small, 6- to 12-pounders were made, although later 20, 40, and 110 pound cannons were constructed. These cannons were used in the Second Opium War between Britain and China.These guns were often used a small to mid sized ships.The main part of this cannon was made out of metal but the base was usually made out of wood.