Origins and evolution of the cannon and early gunpowder use
A historical overview traces cannon origins from bamboo canes to iron tubes, noting fire arrows, rockets, and explosive charges as propulsion. It cites Sanskrit terms and Pliny on naphtha, and mentions saltpeter-rich Asia, early gunpowder use, and ancient warfare contexts. The piece also includes two short anecdotes from Gentleman's Magazine about a Green Man and a Hind Chinese singing bird in Victoria Park.
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