Black wooden ammunition box with hinged lid and raised compartment inside. Features simple wire hook and eye closure.
Per accessions card and exhibit sign: Carried by William Saddler Sr. from Clarence N.Y. in saddle bags on horseback in War of 1812 when he came through Bay Village as a scout with the Army. He decided to return and settle here. Contained gunpowder tin (1996.W.07), powder horn (1996.W.08), and shot bag (1996.W.09).
