This week, the show travels back to the American Revolution to explore the science of the weapons used by all sides.

The Brown Bess Flintlock Musket came in 3 sizes - Long Land pattern 1720 - 1760, Short land 1760 - 1790 and India Pattern 1790 - 1815. The barrel lengths were 46" 42" and 39" respectively.

A shooter uses one hand for firing, and a prop to steady the ... The flintlock pictured here is a typical British "Brown Bess" musket. Marks on the gun indicate that it was used by German ...