RB1Shooter
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I read an essay/speech written/given in 1882 by the fellow who designed the confederate black powder factory in GA. It was an extremely interesting read and they did a lot of testing on various materials used for making charcoal. He said, in the end, the best material was the wood from a cotton tree. Surpassed willow, which was the #2. It would be interesting to see the Everything Black Powder guy try cotton wood.
The fellow, in his speech also said BOTH the KNO3 and sulphur must be thoroughly pure.
The gentlemans name was Raines and he was appointed by Jefferson Davis to build the factory.
The fellow, in his speech also said BOTH the KNO3 and sulphur must be thoroughly pure.
The gentlemans name was Raines and he was appointed by Jefferson Davis to build the factory.