Savvy_Jack
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This is correct. The fires burned out the grasses and shrubs making it much easier to survey the areas.I've read that one or two fires in the area exposed a lot of material for archaeologists to work on.
I've also read that several Medals of Honor were awarded for those trying to get water during the fight.
I bought a copy of the 'Bring packs' letter as a magnet when I was there.
For the record, artifacts recovered during the 1984 survey linked to rifles used.
Rifle/Revolvers represented;
- 130 - Springfield 73
- 108 - 44 Henry/[Win 66's]
- 35 - Sharps .50
- 31 - Colt 45
- 13 - Springfield .50
- 8 - Winchester 73
all others listed below 8 each
Total 371 firearms represented with the collection of 767 cartridge cases, 1,453 bullets.