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1967.31

ID Number: 1967.31
Category: T&E For Science & Technology
Sub-category: armament T&E - ammunition
Item Name: cannonball
Materials: metal, iron
Description: solid cast iron plug
History: Found by owner-occupant of Bellevue property, Mr. Mullen, who gave it to donor. " A 24 lb ball could penetrate 4.5 feet of solid oak at a range of 100 yards. It was often used for knocking out enemy gun batteries and breaching enemy fortifications." -Destructive Power of War Exhibit
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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Detroit (Mich.) place

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