1800's

Cannons in the 1800’s became more accurate, and began working towards perfection.  All over the world, accuracy became a key part of the quality of cannons.  During the civil War, cannons became a key part, and therefore, the production of them needed to be better quality, and more available.  America began producing cannons such as the Muzzle-Loading Howitzer.  This cannon could have an accurate, and effective range over 1.1 miles.  Also, during Napoleons rise for power, the Smoothbore 12 pounder Napoleon was formed.   This cannon was known for its sturdiness, reliability, firepower, flexibility, relatively light weight, and range of 1,700 miles.  Therefore, though the cannons changes very little during this time period, they became more enhanced, and it helped bring us where we are today.