Once again the trail system brought Douglas County into history. Military groups formed for protection from the Indians traveled the Cherokee Trail and camped in the Russellville Gulch area. All ranchers and farmers had weapons for protection and for hunting. This exhibit will feature military weaponry, accessories and ammunition but will also have artifacts from households that show this aspect of how the family or community lived.
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Musket Ball
Ball Bullet with Patch Marks
Pistol Ball Bullet
US Army Cavalry horse bit
Bridle
Percussion Caps
Percussion Cap
.22 Caliber Bullet
.44 Caliber Bullet
Henry Bullet
Cartridge Case
Merrill Bullet
Cartridge Case
Minie Bullet
Cartridge Case
Fired Minie Bullet
Minie Bullet
Minie Bullet Wiper Marks
Minie Ball Bullet
Minie Ball Bullet
Minie Ball Bullet, Fired
Cartridge Case
Civil War Era Military Button
Lead Bullet
4-Wing Percussion Cap
Bullet 5DA.221.7.20.2
Lead Bullet
Cartridge Case
Cartridge Case