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The invention of cordite did not occur until 1889. It was also invented in the United Kingdom. It was not used during the Civil War.
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What is cordite used for in weapons?
cordite is a type of smokeless gunpowder. basically cellulose nitrate.
Is cordite still used today?
Cordite is no longer used as a propellant in modern firearms. It has been replaced by more efficient and less corrosive powders. However, some military museums and historical reenactments may still use cordite in order to preserve the historical accuracy of certain weapons.
What anesthesia was used in the Civil War?
Chloroform was used to as an anesthesia during the Civil War.
Why were drums used in the American Civil War?
Drums were used in the American Civil war, to show that the war had begun.
Did the Civil War have biplanes?
there were no planes at all used in the civil war :)
What side of the Civil War used cannons?
Both sides in the US civil War used cannons.
What kinds of airplanes were used during the civil war?
There were no airplanes back in the Civil War
Does a recently fired pistol give off the smell of cordite?
Yes. Cordite is part of gunpowder so any recently fired gun will smell like cordite
Were submarines used during the US Civil War?
Yes, submarines were used by the Confederate Navy in the US Civil War.
What did cordite do to soldiers?
Cordite, a type of smokeless propellant used in firearms and artillery, had significant effects on soldiers during its use, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exposure to cordite's components, especially nitroglycerin, could lead to health issues such as headaches, dizziness, and chronic conditions like "cordite disease," which involved respiratory problems and other ailments. Additionally, the use of cordite improved the performance of artillery, leading to more devastating effects on the battlefield, which could increase the psychological stress and trauma experienced by soldiers.
Where there howitzer in the Civil War?
howitzer artillery peices were not used in the civil war they actually started production in 1963 so no they werent in the civil war
What are Civil War canteens used for?
It's where you go to buy civil war snacks and sodapops.
