Meaning of gun line | Babel Free

Definitions

the tactical firing position of artillery or naval guns

Examples

“The guidon-bearer was placed by the battery commander to mark⟳ the right of the gun line, with the gun platoon aligned to his left.”

“As soon as Lee reaches the Command Post⟳, Matthew directs him forward⟳ to the gun line where the crews are preparing the Light⟳ Guns.”

“The executive at the gun line is responsible for the drill and fire discipline of the battery.”

“A mountain battery is divided into a "Gun Line" and an "Ammunition Line." Six guns and twelve ammunition-mules form⟳ the "Gun Line."”

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