Confederate Canister Shots As Part Of Confederate History Week On April 28, 2014

It is April 28, 2014.  This is the third episode in the Confederate History Week Series.  I am also continuing the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War.  Today I have for you a couple of canister shots - one small and one large.  These shots are an example of ammunition.  They are similar to the Naval grape shots that were used during the Conflict.  A number of these shots were placed inside of a canister and fired.

These are specifically of Confederate manufacture, and are poorly cast.  They are certainly of a lesser quality compared to Union examples.  The Confederate States Of America simply did not have enough funds and resources and did the best with what they had.

Here is a video showing the canister shots:

The url for the above video in case it does not embed properly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvEkLEn1FJo

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