Ramrod

A ramrod is a device used with early firearms to push the projectile up against the propellant (mainly gunpowder).

Related Topics:
Firearm - Projectile - Propellant - Gunpowder

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The term is also used to describe a person who takes responsibility for accomplishing or running things (e.g. "I'm Olivares. I'm ramrod around here." - Sho-sa Esau Olivares, Robert N. Charette's Heir to the Dragon), or for the act of accomplishing or running things (e.g. "I'm the one that ramrodded that new bill through Congress").

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During World War II, long-range strategic bombing strikes over continental Europe from bases in England were known as "Ramrod" missions.

Related Topics:
World War II - Europe - England

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