Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Bullet, Minie |
Catalog Number |
1979.20.05 |
Date |
August 31, 1864 – September 1, 1864 |
Material(s) |
Lead |
Dimensions |
H-1.063 L-0.562 Dia-0.562 inches |
Description |
This Minie ball is of a conical shape with a hollow base. Three indented rings encircle the base of the bullet. |
Notes |
This bullet was found at the battlefield of Jonesborough (now Jonesboro), Georgia. It was reportedly found by the donor near Jonesboro on May 21, 1974,while doing research on the Orphan Brigade. |
Collection |
Robert B. Kinnard Collection |
Event |
American Civil War |
Subjects |
Ammunition Guns Firearms Bullets Weapons War Battlefields |
Search Terms |
Orphan Brigade American Civil War Weapons Weapons Accessories |