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A few minutes. Once the lead was melted, it was poured into molds. These only took a minute or two to cool to a solid form. With a multi-bullet mold, an efficient maker could pour a dozen or so bullets a minute, much faster than any man could fire them.
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Why did soldiers in the revolutionary war need to make their own bullets?
There was no store to buy the bullets from. This is how they made bullets: the pieces of a mold would fit together and the solider would pour melted lead into the mold's spout. After the lead cooled, the soldier could take the mold apart and remove his new shot.
What metal was used to make bullets during the revolutionary war?
Anything the colonists could melt into balls. When possible, lead, but also iron, copper, brass, and even pewter from the family silverware.
Why does sport have a place in American culture during times of economic political or military conflict as occurred during the Revolutionary Era?
During times of conflict/hardship people often need a distraction to help them feel good about something. If your team wins it can make you feel good, even if only for a day.
Why did American Revolutionary War soldiers drink vinegar?
to make you stronger in the stomach posted by david h.
How did the invention of movable type revolutionize European life?
It stimulated the literacy of laypeople, made propaganda possible it was a revolutionary step forward in the lives of everyday people and helped us become more literate.
Why did soldiers in the revolutionary war need to make their own bullets?
There was no store to buy the bullets from. This is how they made bullets: the pieces of a mold would fit together and the solider would pour melted lead into the mold's spout. After the lead cooled, the soldier could take the mold apart and remove his new shot.
How many bullets did us make during world war 2?
around 41 billion bullets were made in the u.s.a. that's enough to kill the worls population 17 times
What metal was used to make bullets during the revolutionary war?
Anything the colonists could melt into balls. When possible, lead, but also iron, copper, brass, and even pewter from the family silverware.
What does bulleting mean?
A bullet can be used to make points.Instead of writing a long paragraph you use bullets to highlight important parts
How do you fix a 22 long rifle if it the bullets keep jamming in the chamber?
Clean it first, then make sure the extractor's in good shape.
How was the holocaust revolutionary?
The Holocaust was not 'revolutionary' and the suggestion does not make sense.
If you are a vegetarian does that make you revolutionary?
Revolutionary in diet, perhaps. Not all vegetarians consider themselves revolutionary.
Can gunsmiths make antique bullets?
No. An antique bullet is 100 years old. That is the meaning of "antique". But they can make modern bullets to fit and antique pistol.
Where do people get gun bullets from?
They can buy them, steal them or make them.
How many bullets does a 38 special hold?
Two to six, depending on the make, model, and type of firearm.
How long would it take to make 45 million bullets?
Well it depends on how fast you are doing it! but for an average human being it takes approximately 1 year
What war did Abigail Adams help with her bullet spoons?
Abigail Adams helped during the Revolutionary War by melting spoons to make bullets. Her husband, John Adams, was the second President of the US, and her son, John Quincy Adams, was sixth President of the US.
