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This XIII-inch mortar was probably used by the Union in the fight for Vicksburg. In the early 1900's it was seen partially buried in the levee on Davis Island. These mortars were mounted on schooners or box-like boats. The mortars weighed 17,000 lbs. and fired 200 lb. explosive "bombs".
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