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German Paris Gun WWI
The German Paris Gun was an exceptionally long-range artillery weapon used in 1918 to bombard Paris from far behind the front. Its technical arrangement demanded special ammunition, preparation, and barrel management, and it was not ordinary railway artillery. The bombardment had a psychological purpose beyond its physical destructive effect. The very long barrel and specialized ammunition allowed extraordinary reach but imposed rapid wear and complex firing calculations. It was a strategic terror weapon rather than an accurate tactical gun. The much shorter-range Big Bertha siege howitzers were a separate German artillery system. The specialized weapon required extensive preparation, concealment, and technical support, making its employment very different from ordinary field artillery.
Finish and color
Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.
Tabletop use
Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.
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