TRIANGLE, Virginie — le canon rotatif Hotchkiss, exposé au Musée national du corps des Marines, est un exemple significatif de l'innovation de l'artillerie du XIXe siècle. Inventé par Benjamin Hotchkiss en 1871, ce canon-machine de 37 mm dispose d'un seul verrou de culasse fixe et est capable de tirer une puissante charge d'éclatement. Initialement destiné à un usage naval, le canon Hotchkiss était assez polyvalent pour être monté sur des chariots de campagne. Cette pièce particulière, numéro de série 568, a été fabriquée en 1880 par Hotchkiss & Company à tenu Denis, France, et illustre l'adoption mondiale des pistolets Hotchkiss

• Contributeur: David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy Banque D'Images
• ID de l’image: 2XPKEAW
• Taille du fichier: 130 MB (2,8 MB Téléchargement compressé)
• Autorisations: Modèle - non | Propriété - non
• Dimensions: 8256 x 5504 px | 69,9 x 46,6 cm | 27,5 x 18,3 inches | 300dpi
• Date de la prise de vue: 30 juillet 2024
• Lieu: National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, United States

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Photograph by David Coleman. The Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon on display at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Virginia, represents a pivotal development in naval artillery technology from the late 19th century. Invented in 1871 by Benjamin Hotchkiss, this 37mm revolving-type machine cannon was designed with a single fixed-breech lock, allowing for the rapid firing of bursting charges. Its robust design made it suitable for naval warfare, but it was also adapted for land use by mounting it on field carriages capable of bearing its significant weight. The Hotchkiss cannon became a staple in many of the world's naval fleets due to its reliability and firepower. This specific model, serial number 568, was produced in 1880 by Hotchkiss & Company in St. Denis, France. The exhibit at the National Museum of the Marine Corps provides visitors with a closer look at this influential weapon, highlighting its engineering precision and its role in transforming military tactics during its time. The cannon's historical significance is further emphasized by its widespread adoption, showcasing the technological advancements that contributed to the modernization of naval artillery. As part of the museum's broader collection, the Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon offers insights into the evolution of military weaponry and the strategic importance of artillery in naval operations.

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