Bombard (weapon)
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The bombard is a type of cannon or mortar which was used throughout the Middle Ages and the early modern period. Bombards were mainly large calibre, muzzle-loading artillery pieces used during sieges to shoot round stone projectiles at the walls of enemy fortifications, enabling troops to break in. Most bombards were made of iron and used gunpowder to launch the projectiles.[1] There are many examples of bombards, including Mons Meg, the Dardanelles Gun, and the handheld bombard.
The weapon provided the name to the Royal Artillery rank of bombardier and the word 'bombardment'.