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Questions and Answers
What are the two types of bullets compared in the text?
Hornady SST and ELD-X
Which bullet provided tighter groups and less recoil?
ELD-X
What caliber is the author using?
270 WIN
What animals did the author shoot with the ELD-X bullet?
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Did the bullet pass through the animals or fragment upon impact?
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What was the process called that led to the unification of Germany?
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When did the unification of Germany begin?
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Which country dominated the North German Confederation?
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When was the German Empire proclaimed?
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How many member states did the German Empire have?
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Study Notes
Hunting Experience with SST and ELD-X
- The author compared Hornady SST and ELD-X bullets at the range, finding that ELD-X produced tighter groups and less recoil.
- The author settled on ELD-X for hunting, using it with a 270 WIN rifle.
- Successful hunts with ELD-X include:
- Elk at 300m
- Deer at 100-300m ranges
- Antelope at 150m, 250m, and 500m
Bullet Performance
- ELD-X bullets produced complete pass-throughs, with exit holes about the size of a golf ball.
- When shots were not perfect and hit a shoulder, some bullet fragments were found.
- ELD-X bullets dropped animals quickly.
German Unification
The Concept of Lesser Germany
- The unification of Germany was a process of building a nation-state for Germans with federal features.
- The concept of Lesser Germany excluded Habsburgs' multi-ethnic Austria or its German-speaking part.
North German Confederation
- The process began on 18 August 1866 with the adoption of the North German Confederation Treaty.
- The treaty established a military alliance dominated by Prussia.
- The North German Constitution was later adopted, deepening the alliance.
Proclamation of the German Empire
- Most south German states joined the North German Confederation, leading to the ceremonial proclamation of the German Empire on 18 January 1871.
- The German Empire, also known as the German Reich, had 25 member states and was led by the Kingdom of Prussia of Hohenzollerns.
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Description
Discover the differences between Hornady SST and ELD-X bullets in this informative quiz. Learn about their performance, recoil, and groupings to find out which one is the best fit for your hunting needs. Find out why the ELD-X has been the top choice for many hunters and see if it matches your preferences.
