Model 1819 10-Inch Mortar

History

Mortars have been used for centuries as a weapon on the battlefield. The American Civil War (1861-1865), known as the first "modern war", ultimately relied on a range of weapon systems, from primer rifles to rifled cannons and everything in between, which resulted in casualties and property loss. One of the subcategories of artillery is the mortar, which is heavily relied upon by both sides of the war to defeat the enemy and defend the coast.

The Mortar weapon differs from the Field Howitzer in that it can fire larger projectiles with a higher trajectory - but this value is offset by the reduced attack range. Still, this indirect firearm proved useful in siege workand field guns handled most of the line-of-sight action on many of the Civil War battlefields.

The Model 1819 Mortar is a 10-inch mortar that, despite its age, is still seen in warfare and used by both sides. Some were brought up to strengthen Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the war were fired. Its cast-iron profile was given a short, stout appearance, providing the power to fight gunpowder and low velocity projectiles.

Protruding from the sides of the rear of the barrel are massive arms that add height when the mortar is mounted on the appropriate mount.

Like many artillery systems used during this period, the Model 1819 was a muzzle-loading weapon, which meant that both the charge and projectile were inserted through the muzzle end (rather than the breech end). Capable of firing a large explosive block at a range of over 2,200 yards, these weapons are essential when attacking fortifications and warships, as their indirect fire can rain ammunition on enemies.

Ultimately, either the defense is structured into rubble and the enemy withdraws from the position, or the enemy dies in place.

Specification

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Armor

Depends on the ammo depot available.

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