A marine or naval firing weapon which is particularly suitable for fighting targets in zenith and additionally is capable of taking into account the movements of the vessel during aiming. The firing weapon comprises a first alignment axis which does not extend in zenith and a second alignment axis arranged at right angles to the first alignment axis. A support is mounted to be rotatable about the first alignment axis and a firing weapon is mounted upon the support for rotation about the second alignment axis. The first alignment axis does not extend into the target area and is inclined with respect to the horizon.
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