From the CBS 42 News: Alabama News: "194 Civil War-era cannonballs discovered, destroyed at Gulf Islands National Seashore" by Aspen Popowski.
The Gulf Islands National Seashore (GUIS) closed on September 29 after cannonballs were found on Perdido Key. Parts of Perdido Key also were closed and marked with signs.
"The park continues to monitor the area for newly discovered munitions and will secure the site(s) should any be found in the future," said Darrell Echols, GUIS Superintendent. "Our goal is to ensure that the area is safe for visitors and staff, and that cultural resources are protected."
More than 190 cannonballs were detonated in September with aid from federal agencies.
"These are Civil War-era cannonballs, and what's unclear is whether they are Union or Confederate, whether they were associated with Fort McRee or another type of facility," Echolls said.
--Old B-Runner
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