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Plug Bayonet (photo)
620150 Plug Bayonet (photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A bayonet (from French baAOonnette) is a knife, sword, or spike-shaped weapon designed to fit in, on, over or underneath the muzzle of a rifle, musket or similar weapon, effectively turning the gun into a spear. A bayonet with an 11-inch blade and turned ebony grip.); Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23553016
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Addition Attachment Bayonet Blade Dagger Ebony Eleven Grip Handle Inch Knife Musket Plug Turned
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of weaponry from the 18th century - the Plug Bayonet. Crafted by an English School, this bayonet is a true testament to the ingenuity and versatility of weapons during that era. A bayonet, derived from the French word "baAOonnette" was designed as a knife or sword-like attachment that could be fitted onto rifles, muskets, or similar firearms. Essentially transforming the gun into a formidable spear-like weapon. This particular bayonet features an impressive 11-inch blade and a turned ebony grip. The intricate details of this plug bayonet are beautifully captured in this photograph by Peter Newark Pictures. The dark ebony handle contrasts elegantly with the gleaming blade, exuding both strength and sophistication. As an ancillary dagger for rifles and muskets, plug bayonets like these played crucial roles on battlefields throughout history. They provided soldiers with versatile options for close combat situations when reloading their firearms might not be feasible. Now preserved in a private collection, this extraordinary artifact serves as a reminder of our rich military heritage and technological advancements over time. Its presence evokes curiosity about how such weapons were wielded and adds depth to our understanding of warfare strategies employed centuries ago. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' fine art finder platform, we can appreciate this historical gem without commercial constraints while admiring its craftsmanship through photography's lens
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