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Gunpowder flask
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| Description | Small zinc gunpowder flask with a die stamped image of a couchant dog and foliate scrolls. The flask also has a brass externally-sprung patent charger. The flask was used during the Civil War by John M. Chapin of the 8th Minnesota Regiment, Company B. |
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| Quantity | 1 item |
| Format | Content Category: artifacts |
| Measurements | 13.5 centimeters height 6.6 centimeters width 3.1 centimeters depth |
| Nomenclature | Powder flask |
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Owned/used by: Chapin, Private John M. United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Equipment and supplies. Hunting--Equipment and supplies. Used in Civil War Armament. Accessories Armament. Tools & Equipment. Bludgeons Military. 1861-1865 (Civil & Indian Wars). Equipment & Supplies |
| Dates | Creation: Not earlier than 1830 - Not earlier than 1860 Use: Not earlier than 1861 - Not later than 1865 Civil War |
| Notes | This is an example of an armament accessory used during the U.S. Civil War. |
| Holding Type | 3D Objects |
| ID Number | 9821.2 |
