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Title:Firearms in the Central Sudan
Authors:Fisher, Humphrey J.
Rowland, Virginia
Year:1971
Periodical:The Journal of African History
Volume:12
Issue:2
Pages:215-239
Language:English
Geographic terms:Sudan
Nigeria
Subjects:small arms
History and Exploration
Military, Defense and Arms
External link:https://www.jstor.org/stable/180880
Abstract:The arrival of firearms in the central Sudan and its impact - The use of firearms in the 19th century - The acquisition of firearms - Ammunition - Technicians - Pride and prejudice - Dangerous firearms - Training and tactics - Armour - Guns and paradise - Ivory and slaves - Charms - The ceremonial use of firearms - Kings and arsenals - Artillery - Conclusion. Ref.
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