[Field Artillery]
Description:
Photograph of field artillery cannons. These artillery pieces were brought in to protect the town of Columbus, New Mexico after the raids by Mexican rebels. These small but effective cannons were ideal for combat in the desert because of their mobility. In the background a "mule train" carries additional supplies. Beyond the pack animals and on top of the mesa, U.S. Soldiers can be seen using signal flags to contact a distant signaling post.
Date:
[1910..1920]
Creator:
Aultman, Otis A., 1874-1943
Item Type:
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Partner:
El Paso Public Library