1777 An IX Musket

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1777 An IX Musket
Weapon: 1777 An IX Musket
Type: Musket
Country of Origin: France
Year Adopted: 1777
Caliber: 69 Caliber
Action: Flint-Lock
Overall Length (mm): 1520.0
Weight (kg): 4.00
Effective Range (m): 100

The 1777 An IX Musket was a French infantry musket developed during the late 18th century. Chambered for a .69 caliber round ball, it was a smoothbore, flintlock weapon that became the standard issue for French troops during the Napoleonic Wars. The musket was robust, simple to manufacture, and reliable in battle, although its smoothbore design limited its accuracy over long distances.

Adopted by the French Army in 1777, the musket went through several modifications, with the An IX version representing a major improvement in durability and production methods. The musket saw extensive service in key battles, including those of the Napoleonic Wars, where it was a mainstay of French infantry forces. Its design was influential in subsequent musket development across Europe.

The 1777 An IX Musket remained in use until the mid-19th century, when it was replaced by rifled muskets that offered greater accuracy and range. Despite this, its role in shaping military tactics during the Napoleonic era, and its widespread use, ensure its place in military history.


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