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Watch The world's first shoulder fired infantry weapon? The Henry VIII arquebus

Watch The world's first shoulder fired infantry weapon? The Henry VIII arquebus

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The world's first shoulder fired infantry weapon? The Henry VIII arquebus

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This remarkably well made weapon was purchased by Henry VIII from Italy to arm his forces 500 years ago. The arquebus is similar to examples found on the Mary Rose and can trace its roots back to a gun making region of Italy with high repute.

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