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Name of Image:
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British used Congreve Rockets to Attack Napoleon
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8007273
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NIX #:
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MSFC-8007273
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Date of Image:
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2004-04-15
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Category:
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Early Rockets
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Full Description:
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Sir William Congreve developed a rocket with a range of about 9,000 feet. The incendiary rocket used black powder, an iron case, and a 16-foot guide stick. In 1806, British used Congreve rockets to attack Napoleon's headquarters in France. In 1807, Congreve directed a rocket attack against Copenhagen.
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(MRPO) MRD/SPD Discipline(s):
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n/a
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(MRPO) Subject Type:
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n/a
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Keywords:
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William Congreve, rocket, British, Napoleon
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MSFC Negative Number:
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8007273
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Reference Number:
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MSFC-75-SA-4105-2C
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