After firing the first round, Cannoneer #1 leaves the Lanyard attached to the firing lever to facilitate quicker firing of subsequent rounds. True or False?

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Safe and deliberate firing is the key here. The lanyard is a direct trigger link, meant to produce one controlled discharge when pulled. After a round is fired, leaving the lanyard attached to the firing lever can allow movement, snagging, or an accidental tug to pull the lever again, potentially causing an unintended second shot or other safety hazards. To maintain control and prevent inadvertent discharge during handling, reloading, or movement, the lanyard should be detached and secured. Rapid-fire capability comes from proper drill and discipline in the reload sequence, not from leaving the lanyard attached. This is why the statement is false.