Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Bullet |
Catalog Number |
2015.14.10 |
Date |
1900 |
Dimensions |
H-1.75 Dia-0.5 inches |
Description |
This is a babbitt slug from gun that killed Governor William Goebel of Kentucky. It is a short cylinder of metal with a thin wire loop. |
Notes |
Note with piece reads "Babitt slug from bore of single shot rifle, tag on gun states this is the gun that killed Gov. Goebel of KY." |
Collection |
Bennett Wall Collection |
People |
Goebel, William, 1856-1900 |
Subjects |
Assassinations Government Governors Political candidates |
Search Terms |
Old Capitol Old Capitol Hotel Old State Capitol Goebel assassination |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |