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