4.5" Barshot
Object/Artifact
Artifact W01-02 is likely a 6 pound barshot. Its surface is mostly smooth apart from some cracks and chipped pieces along the center bar.
Used to disable enemy vessels by damaging sails and rigging.
Valcour Bay Research Project Collection
1776
Shot, Bar
Shot
Ammunition
Armaments
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Archaeological Project Number
W01-02
28 cm
81.7 mm
Iron
Very Good
Good
Conserved