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Powder horn scribed by Samuel Selden

Powder horn scribed by Samuel Selden Ox horn

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    Ox horn, 1776

    37 cm x 21 cm x 13.3 cm

    Powder horns 001


    Maj. Samuel Selden (1723-1776) of the Connecticut Militia etched this detailed map of Boston on his powder horn during the Siege of Boston. The map shows the fortifications of the Continental Army just before the British evacuated the city. The inscription reads: "Made for the defence of liberty."