WWI Shell Casing
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Russell C. Chapman
American, 1896 - 1984
Date1914-1918
Mediumbrass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x diameter): 12 × 3 1/2in. (30.5 × 8.9cm)
ClassificationsDecorative Objects
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionBrass 77 mm shell casing (probably from a Howitzer) from World War I brought from France by Russell C. Chapman. Shell is engraved with dots in the background, flowers, and butterflies. Near the opening, "Verdun" is engraved in a banner. The "Verdun" engraving is likely in reference to the Battle of Verdun (21 February 1916 - 18 December 1916), one of the largest and longest battles fought during WWI.
Object number2016.24.34
InscribedEngraved on base: "77 E C W/ N Y A B"Sticker on base, typed in black ink: "Brass 17 mm shell from WWI/ brought from France/ by Russell C. Chapman"
Subject Terms
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1914-1918
George W. Corliss
