mortars (artillery)

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Scope note
Artillery, either rifled or smoothbore, characterized by shorter barrel, lower velocity, shorter range, and higher angle of fire than howitzers or cannons; most present day models are muzzleloading.
mortars
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024