The Baker Rifle, designed by Ezekiel Baker in 1800, was one of the first mass-issued military rifles for British light infantry. Despite a slower reload time than smoothbore muskets like the Brown Bess, its superior accuracy allowed riflemen to engage targets effectively at much greater distances, offering a significant tactical advantage. Its high cost and complexity meant it was reserved for elite units.
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