(n) :
a cannon that combines certain characteristics of guns and mortars. The howitzer delivers
projectiles with medium velocities, either by low or high
trajectories. JP 1-02; normally a
cannon with a tube length of 20 to 30
calibers; however, the tube length can exceed 30 calibers and still be considered a howitzer when the high angle fire zoning solution permits range overlap between charges. JP 1-02. See also
gun;
mortar