REVOLUTIONARY WAR RELIC – “ICE CREEPER” FROM NORTH REDOUBT, NY

REVOLUTIONARY WAR RELIC – “ICE CREEPER” FROM NORTH REDOUBT, NY

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$295.00

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Item Code: 2025-2003

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Offered here is a single “ice creeper” in very fine, relic condition. Made of iron, these devices were tied to soldier’s shoes to allow easier travel when facing snowy and icy conditions.

Constructed from a length of iron strap, four points were hammed “down” and two loops were hammered “up”. The devices were simply tied in place over the shoes.

This specimen was made of a particularly thick piece of iron. All spikes and loops are solidly in place. Rusty and pitted as to be expected of any excavated iron relic, but in remarkably solid condition. Cleaned and coated. Measures approximately 4” long x 1.1” wide x 2.1” high.

Recovered in the 1970s at the site of the North Redoubt near Garrison, New York. This was a crucial part of the Hudson Highlands defenses during the American Revolution. It, along with the South Redoubt, was built to protect the Hudson River, which was vital for transporting troops and supplies. These redoubts, along with the Great Chain at West Point, aimed to prevent British ships from navigating the river. Occupied from about 1778 to 1783.

Revolutionary War relics are always a rarity, and as we celebrate the Semi-quincentennial (250th) anniversary during the next few years, these items will only be more difficult to obtain.  [jet][ph:L]

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