Videos tagged with Henry Peabody

This video provides a historical overview of the Martini-Henry rifle, detailing its development from earlier designs like the Peabody and Snyder conversions. It highlights the rifle's service with the British military, particularly its iconic role during the Zulu War and at Rorke's Drift. The discussion covers the evolution of the Martini-Henry through its various marks (Mark I to Mark IV), including changes in action refinement and caliber, culminating in the 40 caliber Mark IV.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Peabody Sidehammer, a unique tilting block action rifle and carbine. It details Henry Peabody's design, its development, international sales to countries like Spain and Switzerland, and its technical specifications. The presentation highlights the rifle's historical context and its place in the evolution of breech-loading firearms, drawing on expert knowledge from the Forgotten Weapons channel.