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My dad , a farmer in Martin County Minnesota, found this pipe while working in the field. I have not been able to find any info about the pipe, but lots of info about col. Weber. Any information would be appreciated.
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Interesting in that it has his face etc. but appears to never have been used. maybe a series put out by some artist?
Kevin, #2 is a true, unadultrated pre-combat innocent clap-trap. Wonder how the same person wound have worded it later? Sure is easy to shoot one's mouth off before being shot at or shot. Glad you shared this PRE-war declaration with us. Innocence before the War was fast cured. Also in all wars. National fevor wains quick after you have a bullet go thru you! "Don't go, just send your money".
Commemorative pipes are a German tradition. This one with it's German-American Civil War connection is an absolute gem.