Name/Title
Paper CartridgesEntry/Object ID
1960.57.1z-aaDescription
Two paper cartridges containing, each containing several small metal casings. The cartridges are twisted and folded on the ends to secure them closed. The gunpowder has been removed.Use
The small casings inside the cartridge would scatter upon firing, similar to a modern shotgun.Context
Taken from the site of Seminary Ridge, an area of the Battle of GettysburgAcquisition
Accession
1960.57Source or Donor
Perry, Mr.Acquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Cartridge, PaperNomenclature Primary Object Term
CartridgeNomenclature Sub-Class
AmmunitionNomenclature Class
ArmamentsNomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & TechnologyDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallLength
3-5/8 inDiameter
9/16 inRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Howes, Phillip Sheridan (1875-1941)Related Places
Place
City
GettysburgState/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaRelated Events
Event
Battle of GettysburgEvent
Civil War