I apologize if this is posted to the wrong section of the forums but thank you all in advance for your imput. nobody hiding in the bushes with a Kentucky long rifle. How much difference would there be if the exchange took place at 150 yards or more? For the purpose of this question let's assume that the weapons used are smoothebore muskets and the soldiers are using "musket line" tactics Just how lethal were exchanges of musket fire in the 18th century? For example, if a unit of 50 professional soldiers fired upon another unit of 50 soldiers at 100 yards or less on open ground, how many casualties would be expected from said volley. ![]() ![]() Posted: Sun 24 Apr, 2011 1:31 pm Post subject: Re: a question about 18th century warfare.
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