Name/Title
BulletsEntry/Object ID
2023.033.015a-bDescription
Two lead mini balls or bullets. One has three horizontal grooves and a blunt tip. the other has two groove and a pointed tip.Context
The mini ball came into wide use during the American Civil War. It was named for one of its developers, Claude-Etienne Minie. Its design, which differed from the round lead balls that had been used in muskets for decades, increased its range and accuracy. For more information, see article in accession file or go to https://www.historynet.com/minie-ball/Collection
Jeremy Walsh CollectionLocation
Location
Box
Box 3Rolling Rack
Unit B, Shelf 2Room
Museum Storage RoomCategory
StorageMoved By
Kelly BartlettDate
October 16, 2025Created By
Nancy RemsenCreate Date
March 14, 2024Updated By
Kelly BartlettUpdate Date
October 16, 2025