Johnny_Reb_1865
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- Nov 3, 2019
Were these rifles used during the WBTS,(Civil War)?
The Prussian M1809 smooth-bore musket was purchased by the federal government and used early in the war and also used by northern militia. According to Firearms From Europe "The U. S. Ordnance Department purchased approximately 165,000 Prussian arms, 100, 300 are identified as smooth-bores."
It's unfortunately not in good condition.The Prussian M1809 smooth-bore musket was purchased by the federal government and used early in the war and also used by northern militia. According to Firearms From Europe "The U. S. Ordnance Department purchased approximately 165,000 Prussian arms, 100, 300 are identified as smooth-bores."
The musket isn't mine. It's owned by someone who asked me about it.The 7th. Mich. Vol. Inf. Regiment was issued the Potsdam musket at their mustering at Ft. Detroit. After its first engagement the regiment sought to replace them, they claimed many failed to fire do you still have this musket?