Powder Horn: 1812-1814
Description
- Sponsors
This item is a part of the 1812 History digitization project. This project was made possible with the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canadian Culture Online Strategy.- Media Type
- Object
- Description
- This is a polished powder horn, dated 1812-1814, with a wooden fitted end and cork screw. It also has a brass spout and red tassels on blue rope for carrying. It is believed to be from the Royal Artillery. Powder horns were common among soldiers at this time because they were used to keep gunpowder dry. Most soldiers used oxen or cow horns then carved and fitted them for use.
- Dimensions
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Length: 33 cm
- Subject(s)
- Local identifier
- 972.941
- Geographic Coverage
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Ontario, Canada
Latitude: 43.25012 Longitude: -79.06627
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- Recommended Citation
- Image courtesy of the Niagara Historical Society & Museum
- Terms of Use
- Please contact the Niagara Historical Society & Museum for any reproductions of this image.
- Contact
- Niagara Historical Society MuseumEmail:contact@niagarahistorical.museum
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