Fort Pulaski, Ga. Dismounted Mortar (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Fort Pulaski, Ga. Dismounted Mortar (U.S. Civil War) This product title refers to a historical artifact, specifically a dismounted mortar from Fort Pulaski in Georgia during the U.S. Civil War. Fort Pulaski is a coastal fortification built by the U.S. Army between 1829 and 1834. During the Civil War, Union forces occupied the fort in 1862 after an extensive bombardment, which proved the effectiveness of new rifled cannon technology over the old masonry structure. The dismounted mortar is likely one of the artillery pieces that were removed from their mounts during this period for various reasons such as relocation or repair. This artifact offers a tangible connection to the significant events that occurred at Fort Pulaski and highlights the technological advancements in warfare during the U.S. Civil War.