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Offline rangerrebew

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Why Artillery Crews Look Down the Barrel Before Every Shot
« on: September 26, 2025, 06:50:14 am »
Why Artillery Crews Look Down the Barrel Before Every Shot

Before every round is fired, a soldier checks inside the howitzer barrel—yes, by looking in. From curved rammers and fuse types to drone spotting, bracketing, and “danger close” fire, here’s how modern artillery actually works… and why precision isn’t just about math, but survival.


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Re: Why Artillery Crews Look Down the Barrel Before Every Shot
« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2025, 07:18:36 pm »
So, why do they look down the barrel every time?
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