Pocket Watch, 1840-1860, Carried by Civil War Sergeant James C. Broadwell
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Artifact Overview
According to family tradition, this pocket watch was carried by Sergeant James C. Broadwell during the Civil War. Broadwell fought with Company F of the 2nd Ohio Infantry Regiment. His company saw action throughout the Tennessee and Cumberland River valleys and fought in the Battle of Atlanta in 1864.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pocket watch
Date Made
1840-1860
Subject Date
1861-1865
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
45.2.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Edward H. Broadwell
Material
Silver (Metal)
Steel (Alloy)
Enamel (Fused coating)
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.056 in
Inscriptions
Case: 3 / 50407
Dust cover: PATENT / 50407
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