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Ruins of Colonel Colt's patent firearms factory at Hartford, Connecticut,...destroyed by fire, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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Ruins of Colonel Colt's patent firearms factory at Hartford, Connecticut,...destroyed by fire, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of Colonel Colt's patent firearms factory at Hartford, Connecticut, [USA], recently destroyed by fire, 1864. 'The extensive factory at Hartford, Connecticut, belonging to a company for the manufacture of Colonel Colt's patent firearms - Colt's revolver and others, which have obtained a world-wide reputation - was entirely destroyed by fire on the 5th of February last. It contained some of the finest and most ingenious machinery that has ever been produced by human science and skill. The whole value of the factory and its contents was more than two million dollars. In spite of this heavy loss the operations of the company are still actively carried on. They have, we believe, already resumed the manufacture of Colt's firearms, which, we presume, are in greater demand than ever in America at the present time. It is expected that before the end of the year the Hartford factory will be completely restored. We have engraved a photograph of the ruins'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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**Ruins of Colonel Colt's Patent Firearms Factory, Hartford, Connecticut (1864)**
This haunting image captures the devastating aftermath of a fire that ravaged the patent firearms factory owned by Colonel Samuel Colt in Hartford, Connecticut. The blaze occurred on February 5th, leaving behind a smoldering ruin and a staggering loss estimated at over two million dollars.
The once-thriving facility was renowned for its cutting-edge machinery and innovative designs, including Colt's iconic revolver. Despite the catastrophic damage, the company has remarkably resumed production of their firearms, capitalizing on increased demand in America during this tumultuous period.
As seen here, the ruins stand as a poignant reminder of the destruction wrought by fire. The photograph serves as a testament to both human resilience and industrial ingenuity. It is expected that before year's end, the Hartford factory will be fully restored, marking a new chapter for Colonel Colt's pioneering company.
**Credit:** Heritage Images / Unknown (1864)
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