Blunt, is identified and pictured in “Winchester Engraving” on page 17. A similar engraved Henry, which was presented to Major General James G. Among the scrollwork on the left side is an arched panel. The receiver, upper tang and buttplate heel feature the New Haven Arms factory scroll engraving on a punch dot background and double border.
Private Lewis was found guilty of murder and hung on June 13, 1865.
He was shot in the back by Private John Lewis, Company E, 13th Heavy Artillery USCT, while attempting to protect his implement shop on May 19, 1865. Martin's failed raid left three of his men dead and McGrath with a slight head wound. Masonheimer fought off Confederate guerillas under the direction of local sympathizer Captain David Martin attempting to raid the Shelby County Courthouse for a cache of muskets and ammunition. During the Civil War on August 24, 1864, McGrath and tailor J.H.
McGrath, merchant and prominent citizen of Shelbyville, Kentucky. Wilson's book 'Winchester Engraving' on page 15. This rifle is identified and pictured in R.L. Offered here is a first year production (1860) Henry deluxe lever action rifle featuring a factory engraved silver-plated frame.