Designed by Robert Parrott of the West Point Foundry (NY), the Parrott Rifle was deployed by both the US Army and US Navy. Parrott rifles were produced in 10- and 20-pounder models for use on the battlefield and as large as 200-pounders for use in fortifications. Parrotts are easily identified by the reinforcing band around the breech of the gun.
Parrot Rifle
From Kennedy Hickman, About.com
A 20-pdr. Parrott Rifle in the field.
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