5919958 Round shot from the capture of Seringapatam, 1799 (metal) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Round shot from the capture of Seringapatam, 1799. Ricocheting in bounces, round shot sliced through men in its path. Against compact formations it was devastating. At closer range, canister and case shot were effective. On firing, their balls spread out like giant shotguns.); by National Army Museum .