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The drill for smoothbore musket differed slightly from that of the rifle. Muskets were still in use by some militia units. They were usually loaded with buck and ball, a combination of a regular musket shot plus a few pieces of buckshot. Like the 1861 Rifle Drill, this one is derived from a French manual of the time.
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Disclaimer: the fighting methods shown here are for illustrative purposes only. They are not intended as actual instruction in bayonet fighting and should not be used as such. Close combat training is dangerous. It can be as dangerous for the user as it is for the target. If you wish to learn close combat, seek a qualified instructor. One should never attempt close combat without the instruction and supervision of a qualified expert instructor .