Oak Island artifact collection
Tool Colonial

Ramrod (musket rifle)

Unknown (colonial era)

Ramrod (musket rifle) — Colonial Tool found at The Swamp, Oak Island, Nova Scotia. Dated: Unknown (colonial era)
Ramrod (musket rifle) — Unknown (colonial era)
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Swamp
Discovered Season 12, Episode 21 (2025)
Date Range 1700 AD – 1799 AD
Category Tool
Era Colonial

About This Tool

A ramrod believed to have been used in a musket rifle, discovered by Gary Drayton in the swamp area. The find adds to growing evidence of military presence on the island.

Historical Context

The Curse of Oak Island Season 12 Episode 21

Where It Was Found

Found at Swamp.

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