48pounder
The 48-pounder refers to a type of cannon with a bore diameter designed to fire a solid iron shot weighing approximately 48 pounds. These cannons were significant artillery pieces, particularly in naval warfare and coastal defenses during the 18th and 19th centuries. Their size and weight allowed for considerable range and destructive power, making them a formidable weapon against enemy ships and fortifications.
The effective range of a 48-pounder varied depending on factors such as the elevation of the cannon,
48-pounders were often found mounted on larger warships, such as ships of the line, where their firepower