A Revolutionary War living historian demonstrates how a Soldier would have used the shoulder fired mortar.

This shoulder fired flintlock mortar or Hand mortar was the predecessor to the modern day grenade launcher. It fired a small explosive shell that was filled with black powder and projectiles. It took a two man team to opperate and had a tendency to prematurity detonate. Must be scary to be the users of this 😯💥

Living History shared from the Battle of Aiken reenactment event 2.25.2023. This event is held annually in Aiken, SC and entertaining as well as educational. Checkout thebattleofaiken.com for more info.

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