Model 1842 U.S. Rifled Musket

Model 1842 U.S. Rifled Musket

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Object Name
musket
musket, percussion
Other Terms
musket; Firearms; Percussion Fire;.69 In; Rifled; Muzzle Load; Sa
date made
1853
associated date
1855
maker
Harpers Ferry Armory
place made
United States
Measurements
overall: 57 1/4 in x 6 1/4 in x 3 1/8 in; 145.415 cm x 15.875 cm x 7.9375 cm
ID Number
AF.256992
catalog number
256992
accession number
50774
maker number
D1855
Credit Line
Navy Department
subject
Firearms
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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