Cannon Research and Recording Course

Unlock the secrets of historic artillery and gain practical skills to identify and record cannons both on land and underwater. This eLearning course explores the development of cannon from the late Middle Ages to the 19th century, focusing on European examples. Learn how to recognise key features of historic cannon, understand their archaeological significance, and apply professional recording techniques. Modules are: Introduction to Cannons, The History and Development of Cannons, The Cannon Assemblage, Site Formation and Conservation, Cannon Wreck Case Studies, Recording Cannons, Researching Cannons, How to 'Read' a Cannon and The Cannon Detective. Perfect for archaeologists, divers, heritage professionals and enthusiasts, the course takes 4–6 hours to complete (self-paced) and costs £55 (5 credits for NAS members). Course development has been supported by a grant from Historic England.