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canister shot


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Español: bala de canasta | Català: bala de cistella



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  • case shot
  • shot, canister
  • shot, case

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Inert artillery ammunition consisting of a metal cylindrical case containing shot or splinters of iron or lead, which splits open inside the bore when fired, so that the contents and case fragments are propelled from the barrel. They were developed in the early 18th century for use against personnel.

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