Revolver of Confederacy's Jefferson Davis fetches $470K at auction
A revolver worn by Confederate States of America President Jefferson Davis on the day of his surrender fetched a pretty penny.
Source: marinecorpstimes.com
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A revolver worn by Confederate States of America President Jefferson Davis on the day of his surrender fetched a pretty penny.
The weapon’s primary significance dates back to May 10, 1865, when Davis was captured by U.S. Cavalry troops in Irwin County, Georgia.