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PetahW · November 28, 2011, 04:27 PM

"Puckle demonstrated two versions of the basic design: one, intended for use against Christian enemies, fired conventional round bullets, while the second variant, designed to be used against the Muslim Turks, fired square bullets, which were considered to be more damaging and would, according to the patent, convince the Turks of the 'benefits of Christian civilization' . "

Puckle sounds like my kinda guy !

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November 28, 2011, 04:27 PM	#4
PetahW Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2008 Posts: 4,678	"Puckle demonstrated two versions of the basic design: one, intended for use against Christian enemies, fired conventional round bullets, while the second variant, designed to be used against the Muslim Turks, fired square bullets, which were considered to be more damaging and would, according to the patent, convince the Turks of the 'benefits of Christian civilization' . " Puckle sounds like my kinda guy ! .