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Why would a cannon be used instead of, say, striking a bell? Does the sound travel better/further, or was it a display of wealth/status?
by PlunderBunny 2y ago
Why would a cannon be used instead of, say, striking a bell? Does the sound travel better/further, or was it a display of wealth/status?
- p_l 2y agoThe sound is hard to mistake for anything else and travels better. Such cannons were used for synchronization of clocks on ships for navigation, among other uses.
- JoachimS 2y agoBecause it is way more fun, unique and create a much better cloud of smoke. A great way to show off your wealth at the time it was built. Things does not always have a technical reason to be chosen. People are silly.