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A Piece of Civil War History

Parrott shellA member of the City of Charleston Police Department analyzes a Parrott shell that was found in the Horseshoe April 2. Educational Technology Services and Distance Education's John Richardson found the shell while he was looking for electrical outlets for MUSC's commencement. Explosive teams from the police department and the Air Force were called to the area. The shell, which was used for the Parrott rifle during the Civil War, was removed by Air Force personnel.

 

 

Friday, April 6, 2012

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