Laying siege canon on target, from 'Le diverse et artificiose machine', 1620. Artist: Unknown

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Laying siege canon on target, from Agostino Ramelli's 'Le diverse et artificiose machine', 1620 (first edition 1588). Bottom right is a gunner's level. Earth-filled Gabions give some protection for guns and men.

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