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12-pdr Field Howitzer Model 1841
Photographer: Craig Swain
Taken: March 16, 2009
Caption: 12-pdr Field Howitzer Model 1841
Additional Description: This particular howitzer was among the first batch of the Model 1841 type produced by Ames Manufacturing (at the time headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts). The registry number 6 and the inspector initials of "W.M." indicate this piece was produced in 1841 and inspected by William Maynadier.
Submitted: July 26, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.
Database Locator Identification Number: p71762
File Size: 1.382 Megabytes

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