Cannon

A cannon in a wooden carriage. The original records note that it was found on Lakka beach between the low and high tide line. It was taken to the National Museum by Joseph Opala, an American Peace Corps Volunteer and Lecturer at Fourah Bay College. It is thought to be 18th century.

Further Information

• Type: Weapons, armour
• Object: Cannon
• Materials: Metal, Wood
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: Unknown
• Production Date: 18th century
• Associated Places: Lakka Beach, Western District
• Associated People: Joseph Opala (Collector)
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.1991.02.08

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