Collection Highlights
George Washington (1732-1799)
ca. 1785-1828
1832.4
Painted plaster
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Butt stock of musket
Object name
Butt stock of musket
Date
1760-1776
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
Overall: 13 1/8 x 3 3/4 in. ( 33.3 x 9.5 cm )
Description
Wood butt stock of musket.
Credit Line
Gift of William P. Lyon, 1862
Object Number
1862.10
Gallery Label
This musket stock was found in White Plains, New York, near the site of a Revolutionary War battlefield. The battle was fought on October 28, 1776, and resulted in a victory for British forces under General Howe against retreating Continental forces under General Washington. The musket probably belonged to a soldier who fought in the battle.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
