Civil War Cannon, USA 1857

The 1857 model, 12 pounds weight, nicknamed "Napoleon", was the most popular cannon used during the American Civil War. It was almost the 40% of the artillery and one of the most important pieces of the conflict. The "Napoleon" was widely admired for its safety, reliability and efficiency, especially in the short range. This miniature replica of the Napoleon cannon is a great gift for the history buff and looks great on a desk or shelf.