Battle of Burnt Corn Creek Artifact

This flintlock pistol was recovered in the vicinity of the likely site of the Battle of Burnt Corn Creek, which is widely acknowledged as being the opening skirmish of the Creek War of 1813-14.

Artifact from the Battle of Burnt Corn Creek, opening engagement of the Creek War
Photo courtesy of the Alabama Department of Archives and History
Artifact from the Battle of Burnt Corn Creek, opening engagement of the Creek War