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Past & Present: Artillery (colour litho)

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Past & Present: Artillery (colour litho)

8668680 Past & Present: Artillery (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artillery. Roman Catapult. Before gunpowder was invented mechanical throwers were extensively employed. Engines invented by cunning men to shoot arrows and great stones are mentioned in the Old Testament, and catapults, balistas and similar weapons were used by the Greeks and Romans and by mediaeval armies until the introduction of cannon in the 14th century. Fifteen-inch Howitzer. Howitzers played a very important part in the Great War of 1914-1918, and were used by all the armies for bombardment of entrenched positions. By the end of the war the British armies had 6, 437 howitzers of various calibres in France alone, the heaviest being the fifteen-inch howitzer illustrated. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Past & Present issued by Wills in 1929.); © Look and Learn. © © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images

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This colour lithograph titled "Past & Present: Artillery" by the English School from the 20th century showcases a fascinating juxtaposition of ancient and modern warfare technology. The artwork features a Roman catapult, highlighting the ingenious mechanical throwers used before the invention of gunpowder. These engines, mentioned in the Old Testament, were employed by Greeks, Romans, and medieval armies until cannon were introduced in the 14th century. The illustration also depicts a powerful fifteen-inch Howitzer, which played a crucial role in World War I for bombarding entrenched positions. By the end of the war, British armies alone had over 6,000 howitzers of various calibres in France. This piece is part of a set of cigarette cards on Past & Present issued by Wills in 1929. Through this artwork, viewers are transported back in time to witness the evolution of weaponry throughout history. From ancient siege machines to modern artillery pieces like howitzers, this print serves as a reminder of humanity's constant innovation and adaptation during times of conflict. It is truly a testament to both our past achievements and our ongoing quest for technological advancement in warfare.


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