Ordnance QF 18-pounder

The Ordnance QF 18-pounder was a British field gun widely used during World War I. It was a 3.3-inch caliber artillery piece designed for mobile use, capable of firing shells quickly to support infantry operations. Its "QF" stands for "quick firing," meaning it used modern breech mechanisms for faster loading. The 18-pounder was reliable, versatile, and effective in both direct and indirect fire, becoming the backbone of British artillery on the Western Front. It played a significant role in shaping modern artillery tactics and was in service until the late 1920s.