Line infantry in the Napoleonic wars and the regular German infantry held some things in common, even if Napoleonic infantry was more disciplined. For example, both were unarmored, thus exposing themselves to things such as a spears and darts. So any way, the question is
Would the Plumbata/Javelin be an effective counter to a charge of line infantry
In the era of Napoleon? And if so, why was it not used on the battle field?
In the era of Napoleon? And if so, why was it not used on the battle field?