That is what I take from it as well.
The galleys are carrying like 42 lb. guns and the 1st Rates have 36 lb. guns…so a slightly higher number.
Brigs and such have light 6 lb. guns for the most part. Smaller and weaker gun have less striking power.
Re: Firepower and Naval guns
That is what I take from it as well.
The galleys are carrying like 42 lb. guns and the 1st Rates have 36 lb. guns…so a slightly higher number.
Brigs and such have light 6 lb. guns for the most part. Smaller and weaker gun have less striking power.
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