Paixhans Naval Gun
by Collection Abecasis/science Photo Library
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Paixhans Naval Gun
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Collection Abecasis/science Photo Library
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19th century illustration of a Paixhans naval gun, invented by French general Henry Joseph Paixhans (1783-1854). The naval gun was designed to fire explosive shells. Artwork part of the 'Les merveilles de la science' series from 1869 by Louis Figuier.
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May 23rd, 2023
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