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The "Monster Knife" of John Fox Potter
1860
Large knife presented to John F. Potter by the Republicans of Missouri, 1860.
Lady Franklin Details
1859
Cutaway details of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, Lady Franklin sowing the stern and seating area. Also included is a drawing of the vehicle's anchor. The vessel was built, but never made a success...
Uncle Sam and the Philippine Islands
June 9, 1898
Cover art for Leslie's Weekly depicting Uncle Sam peering through a magnifying glass at the Philippine Islands on a globe. The caption reads: "Guess I'll keep 'em!".
The War on Red River
July 16, 1864
Illustration from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper depicting Admiral Porter's fleet passing through Colonel Bailey's dam during the War on Red River.
Ice Locomotive Pulled by Anchor
1859
Engraved drawing of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, Lady Franklin being pulled from water onto ice using its anchor. The vessel was built, but never made a successful journey across the ice.
Monster Knife
1990
A woman holds the monster knife and its sheath. Giant knife presented to John Fox Potter by Missouri Republicans after Potter's threatened duel with a Virginia congressman, 1860.(Museum object #195...
