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'''Naval guns''' came into general use in the West in the 15th century. They replaced the tactics or ramming or boarding, and became the main naval weapon when it was realized they could sink an enemy ship some yards away, regardless of the wind.  From 1500 to 1941 all the major fleets were built around platforms that could shoot bigger and more accurate guns. The aircraft carrier proved itself at the [[Battle of Pearl Harbor]] in 1941, ending the era. Naval guns are now used primarily in defense against small boat or missile attacks.

'''Naval guns''' came into general use in the West in the 15th century. They replaced the tactics or ramming or boarding, and became the main naval weapon when it was realized they could sink an enemy ship some yards away, regardless of the wind.  From 1500 to 1941 all the major fleets were built around platforms that could shoot bigger and more accurate guns. The aircraft carrier proved itself at the [[Attack on Pearl Harbor|Battle of Pearl Harbor]] in 1941, ending the era. Naval guns are now used primarily in defense against small boat or missile attacks.

==First guns: 15th century==

==First guns: 15th century==