Original U.S. 18th Century Spontoon Head Formerly Part of the William Randolph Hearst Art (Arms & Armor) Collection With Original Tag Discount this was personally selected from

this was personally selected from the many Snider rifles that came to us as part of the Nepal Cache in 2005

and the lack of conversion to a 88/05 S indicates it was probably retired from service in the early 20th century

Bullard enlisted and was assigned to the 3rd Marching Regiment of the Foreign Legion (R

It was originally all black enamel painted

She took part in the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 and again at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 where she was positioned in Nelson's weather column

Original U.S. 18th Century Spontoon Head Formerly Part of the William Randolph Hearst Art (Arms & Armor) Collection With Original Tag Discount this was personally selected fromOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of an American Colonial 18th Century Spontoon, formerly part of the William Randolph Hearst Art Collection. Hearst was renowned for his extensive collection of international art that spanned centuries. Most notable in his collection were his Greek vases, Spanish and Italian furniture, Oriental carpets, Renaissance vestments, an extensive library with many books signed by their authors, and