A ROYAL GIFT ... AND ITS STORY

Jim McDougall · 14th May 2024, 06:56 PM

Fernando, I finally have had a chance to read this incredibly detailed story, which is as breathtaking as this amazing weapon itself. As a lifelong antiquarian, that is someone who studies history through artifacts and objects themselves, this gun is amazing. While of course an inanimate item, its iconic presence vibrantly brings this history to life.

It is amazing to see the situation unfolding in these Portuguese territories in this period, and the dire threat posed by the EIC forces and these formidable drug commodities (which become weaponized substances which are used to weaken the integrity of targeted nations and states, even familiar today).

To see the remarkable thoughtfulness in creating this weapon combining the artisanship of the esteemed Portuguese crafting, and the reverent addition of Muslim elements wonderfully represent the harmony of these national entities in working against the destructive circumstances posed is outstanding.

A truly outstanding weapon that resoundingly represents the kind of mutual cooperation regardless of religious disparity that would truly bring the world into a better place.

Thank you Fernando for sharing this VERY important piece! and sincere thanks to Professor Daehnhardt, with his always fascinating scholarship on some of history's rarest weapons.

Best,
Jim

14th May 2024, 06:56 PM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 9,796	Fernando, I finally have had a chance to read this incredibly detailed story, which is as breathtaking as this amazing weapon itself. As a lifelong antiquarian, that is someone who studies history through artifacts and objects themselves, this gun is amazing. While of course an inanimate item, its iconic presence vibrantly brings this history to life. It is amazing to see the situation unfolding in these Portuguese territories in this period, and the dire threat posed by the EIC forces and these formidable drug commodities (which become weaponized substances which are used to weaken the integrity of targeted nations and states, even familiar today). To see the remarkable thoughtfulness in creating this weapon combining the artisanship of the esteemed Portuguese crafting, and the reverent addition of Muslim elements wonderfully represent the harmony of these national entities in working against the destructive circumstances posed is outstanding. A truly outstanding weapon that resoundingly represents the kind of mutual cooperation regardless of religious disparity that would truly bring the world into a better place. Thank you Fernando for sharing this VERY important piece! and sincere thanks to Professor Daehnhardt, with his always fascinating scholarship on some of history's rarest weapons. Best, Jim