Videos tagged with Civil War Artillery

This video showcases a North-South Skirmish Association (NSSA) mortar match at Fort Shenandoah in Winchester, Va. The NSSA hosts historically authentic competitions based on American Civil War small arms and artillery. The mortar match features dozens of teams competing for accuracy, using both smaller coehorns and larger siege mortars. Competitors aim at a stake 100 yards away, with scoring based on the closest five shots out of seven within an hour. The video highlights the unique aspect of observing the slow muzzle velocity projectiles and the skill involved in accounting for wind, temperature, and ballistics. It also encourages new participants to join NSSA events.

This YouTube video introduces viewers to a Black Powder Mountain Howitzer from the Coaches Club Cannons. It focuses on the historical artillery piece, likely showcasing its features, operation, and perhaps its historical context. The video aims to provide an introductory look at this specific type of cannon.