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Southport Historical Society
Our Cannon
Nicknamed “THOR”, after the mythical
god of thunder, the society’s full-scale replica of an 1841 bronze
six-pound cannon is a lively addition to many events in the area.
Cannon Ltd. Of Coolville, Ohio constructed the cannon in May, 1991
for Robert C. DeHaven. In June 2001, Mr. DeHaven donated the cannon
to the Southport Historical Society to be used to promote the city
of Southport by firings at appropriate historical, nautical, civic
and other special events. “Thor” made its film debut in Ted Turner’s
epic film “Gods and Generals”.
Celebrate With A “BLAST
FROM THE PAST”
The cannon is available for hire for
public and private firings. The society’s gun crew will bring “Thor”
to your special event.
It has been fired
for:
- Weddings
- Anniversaries
- Birthdays
- Grand Openings
- Nautical Events
- Marathons
- Parties
- Installing
Officers
- 4th of July Events
- and More!!!
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For a brochure, donation schedule and
more information call:
Sandy Toth: 910-457-0760
or
Southport Visitor Center: 1-800-388-9635
The Gun Crew
Our gun grew consists of ten
individuals, all of whom have been trained and certified by the
National Civil War Artillery Association. A minimum crew of five
will safely fire this cannon using the same cannon drill developed
during the Civil War period. Not only do you get a “big bang” when
the cannon is fired, you also get a show during the drill prior to
and after the firing.
After a brief training session, you
can actually pull the lanyard to safely fire the cannon yourself and
receive an honorary Cannoneer certificate.
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