Worn by Fordham Morris (1842 - 1909)

Spurs: pair

1861–1865

Place madeUnited States, North America

Brass, steel

Each (Overall): 1/2 × 2 1/2 × 4 in. (1.3 × 6.4 × 10.2 cm)

Gift of Mrs. R. Horace Gallatin

1926.64ab

These spurs belonged to Lieutenant Fordham Morris (1842-1909) of the Fifth Army Corps, Artillery Brigade during the Civil War. Lieutenant Morris was the donor's father.

DescriptionBrass arched band spurs with curved goads split in the center to hold a spiked disc; spiked screws at the center of the interior to attach spur to boot.

ClassificationsMILITARY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: EQUESTRIAN