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CHARGING SHELLS.
Charges. 32-pdr. 24-pdr. 12-pdr.
Gun. Howitzer.
Powder required to fill the shell 1 lb. 5 oz. 1 lb. 0 oz.. 0 lb. 8 oz. 0 lb. 8 oz.
Powder required for service charge 1 lb. 0 oz. 0 lb. 12 oz.. 0 lb. 7 oz. 0 lb. 7 oz.

 

 
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