A group of unidentified men pose beside the newly acquired Civil War cannon. This ancient piece of artillery is claimed to weight 16,500 pounds and was used by the southern states. The cannon was transported from the state of Florida, specifically. Former Congressman Littlepage donated the item to the city.
Veterans Grouped Outside of Courthouse Square, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1919
Description:
A large group of World War I veterans are pictured outside the park and in front of a stage where musicians are playing instruments. Subjects unidentified.