Videos tagged with Early Rocketry

This video explores the mysterious Flintlock rocket launcher from the Royal Armouries collection, presented by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson. While its exact purpose remains unknown, analysis suggests it was designed for engaging point targets with a flat trajectory, rather than signaling or lobbing munitions. The weapon's construction, including a copper launch tube and a bullpup-style trigger mechanism, indicates a unique attempt to miniaturize artillery rocket technology for infantry use, likely dating to the 1820s-1830s. Ferguson highlights the experimental nature of such devices, which often predated their practical implementation by centuries.