Collection Highlights
Kerchief
Date:
1776-1777
Object Number:
1952.63
Medium:
Linen
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Cross section of branch from battle of Gettysburg
Object Number:
1949.43
Date:
1863-1870
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/8 x 3 1/4 x 3 1/8 in. ( 2.9 x 8.3 x 7.9 cm )
Description:
Cross section of tree or branch.
Gallery Label:
According to the donor, this fragment came from a tree in Gettysburg located near the "bloody angle," where fighting was particularly heavy.
Credit Line:
Gift of Helen C. Marsh
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
