1852 The Springfield Armory ~ Old Magazine Article ~ Illustrated

Original illustrated magazine article that has been carefully extracted from a well known antique periodical. An early in-depth look at the Springfield Armory just after the main Arsenal had been built.

Illustrations/photos include:

ï General view
ï The Middle Water shops
ï The Welding Room
ï The Proving House
ï Interior of the Proving House
ï Testing the bayonets
ï The Blacksmith's shop
ï The new Arsenal
ï Quarters of the Commanding Officer

Title: The Armory at Springfield by Jacob Abbott

Publication: Harper's New Monthly Magazine

Publication Year: 1852

Length (includes front & back): 17 pages

Approximate Page Size (in inches): 6 x 9½

Condition: VG

*This is an original article, not an entire magazine.