Johann Nicolaus von Dreyse
Firearms inventor; Dreyse needle gun
Born
Died
1867
159 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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An inventor and manufacturer of firearms, contributed significantly to military technology in the 19th century. Developed the needle gun, a breech-loading rifle that revolutionized infantry warfare. The design allowed for quicker reloading and increased accuracy compared to muzzle-loading weapons. The rifle became integral to the Prussian Army during the wars of German unification.
Invented the Dreyse needle gun
Supplied the Prussian Army with firearms
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