This antique Civil War relic miniball was recovered from a Confederate camp in Port Hudson, Louisiana. It is an original piece, not a reproduction, and is a rare vintage item that would make a great addition to any militaria collection. The miniball has historical significance as it was used during the Civil War conflict between 1861-1865. It is a unique piece of American history that will provide collectors and enthusiasts alike with an authentic glimpse into the past. The item was not modified in any way and was manufactured in the United States.

The siege of Port Hudson (May 22 – July 9, 1863) was the final engagement in the Union campaign to recapture the Mississippi River in the American Civil War. While Union General Ulysses Grant was besieging Vicksburg upriver, General Nathaniel Banks was ordered to capture the lower Mississippi Confederate stronghold of Port Hudson, Louisiana, to go to Grant's aid. When his assault failed, Banks settled into a 48-day siege, the longest in US military history up to that point. A second attack also failed, and it was only after the fall of Vicksburg that the Confederate commander, General Franklin Gardner, surrendered the port. The Union gained control of the river and navigation from the Gulf of Mexico through the Deep South and to the river's upper reaches.

Buy it Now. A Civil War 58 Caliber Confederate 3 Ring Miniball that was Recovered in Port Hudson, Louisiana in a Confederate Camp. Rare and Hard to Find. Recovered on Private Property with Land Owners Permission. You will Receive One Very Nice 3 Ringer in Dropped Condition. These will look good in any collection or make a Perfect Civil War Gift for Someone. Purchase one Now!