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Item/Description: Large bronze plaque inscribed "John Eldred's one gun battery was mounted between these rocks 1775" and "Placed by John Eldred chapter Daughters of the American Revolution 1930".
John Eldred shot a cannon at the passing British navy, killing a boatswain, which prompted the Brits to burn most of the houses to the ground on Ferry Road (Narragansett Avenue), Jamestown, Rhode Island in 1775.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: Length: 18"; Width: 12"
Condition: Signs of age and wear include heavy patina, green corrosion, and surface damage. Letters worn.
Age: 1930
Provenance: Private estate
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John Eldred shot a cannon at the passing British navy, killing a boatswain, which prompted the Brits to burn most of the houses to the ground on Ferry Road (Narragansett Avenue), Jamestown, Rhode Island in 1775.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: Length: 18"; Width: 12"
Condition: Signs of age and wear include heavy patina, green corrosion, and surface damage. Letters worn.
Age: 1930
Provenance: Private estate
Shipping: $50 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
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John Eldred Revolutionary War Commemorative Plaque
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