dbm
01-21-2013, 04:30 PM
I've added a letter extract from the Morning Chronicle (London), Monday 14 May 1855, to the Research Press blog.
Life in a Crimea Rifle Pit
(http://researchpressuk.wordpress.com/2013/01/08/life-in-a-crimea-rifle-pit/)It provides an interesting first hand account of life in a rifle pit during the Crimean War. Of particular note is the long range marksmanship with the then newly issued Enfield rifle, together with comment on shooting in conjunction with a spotter whilst firing upon gunners.
I trust this is of interest, giving as it does some impressions of the capabilities of the Enfield rifle.
David
Life in a Crimea Rifle Pit
(http://researchpressuk.wordpress.com/2013/01/08/life-in-a-crimea-rifle-pit/)It provides an interesting first hand account of life in a rifle pit during the Crimean War. Of particular note is the long range marksmanship with the then newly issued Enfield rifle, together with comment on shooting in conjunction with a spotter whilst firing upon gunners.
I trust this is of interest, giving as it does some impressions of the capabilities of the Enfield rifle.
David