Civil War “Bullet-in-Wood” from North Anna, VA Battlefield (SOLD)

This is another nice piece being offered, it is a “Bullet-in-Wood”. It appears to be a .58 caliber Minie Ball, and it is deeply embedded in the wood, measuring 6” x 1 ½”.  It seems like the nose of the bullet is protruding, which would indicate that the bullet entered in a reversed position – very unique. The lead from the bullet has a chemical reaction with the wood which in turn will often preserve the wood that surrounds the projectile. It was recovered from the North Anna, Virginia Battlefield.

On May 23, 1864, one of Confederate General A.P. Hill’s divisions assaulted the V Corps which had crossed the river at Jericho Mill, resulting in bloody see-saw fighting. On the 24th, Union infantry was repulsed at Ox Ford (the snout) but advanced to near the Doswell House on the Confederate right. Once the threat of Lee’s position was revealed, Grant withdrew both wings of the army back across the North Anna River. Grant outflanked the position by moving downstream and continued his advance on Richmond.

This is a very solid piece and a nice size. It would go great with just about any Civil War collection.