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  1. What was the range of medieval bombards? - History Stack Exchange

    Given that early bombards varied greatly in size and design, I think it's unlikely to get a general rule for them as a whole. Lack of uniformity of both powder and shot would also make general performance …

  2. How much did cannon cost in 1410? - History Stack Exchange

    Jun 10, 2023 · Well, ok then, how much did the cannons (bombards) used in the Battle of Grunwald cost in British pounds and what type were they? However what I actually want is generic answers, which …

  3. How did Europeans first acquire gunpowder? - History Stack Exchange

    Firstly, weapon technology is difficult to research because it is usually secret and gunpowder is no exception, so most important evidence is purely indirect; you have infer the invention from other …

  4. How much more damage can a big cannon do to a ship than a small …

    Oct 16, 2023 · I don't think that it's a straightforward relationship between calibre and damage caused. Over-penetration could be almost as much of a problem as under-penetration. Ideally, the …