Gribeauval system
The Gribeauval system (French: système Gribeauval) was an artillery system introduced by Lieutenant General Jean Baptiste Vaquette de Gribeauval during the 18th century. This system revolutionized French cannons, with a new production system that allowed lighter, more uniform guns without sacrificing range. The Gribeauval system superseded the Vallière system beginning in 1765. The new guns contributed to French military victories during the French Revolutionary Wars and Napoleonic Wars. The system included improvements to cannons, howitzers, and mortars. The Year XI system partly replaced the field guns in 1803 and the Valée system completely superseded the Gribeauval system in 1829.
| Gribeauval system | |
|---|---|
Gribeauval system field artillery gun barrels are shown. From left to right, they are 12-, 8-, and 4-pounders. | |
| Type | Artillery |
| Place of origin | Kingdom of France First French Republic First French Empire |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1765–1829 |
| Used by | France, French satellites |
| Wars | American Revolutionary War French Revolutionary Wars Napoleonic Wars |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Jean Baptiste Vaquette de Gribeauval |
| Designed | 15 October 1765 |
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