Items from the National Archives
From the Catalog of the National Archives
On the Use of Springs
A monograph, dated to the first year of the Revolution, on the use of energy stored in springs.
A report of an experimental "reaper" cannon
A report of a field test of a rust-proof, water-proof cannon. Test results indicate a high degree of effectiveness against stone fortifications. Includes diagrams of the machinery.
Painting: "The Return" by Anhault of Anhalt
Said to have inspired the later actions of the Friends of the Constitution.
Painting: "Calm Waters" by Anhault of Anhalt
This painting's message of unification calmed the situation in the Capital, at least for a time.
Painting: "The Martyrdom of the Saint" by Poussin
Notes mark it as being on loan from a parish in rural Amalric
Sculpture: "Eyes to the Storm" by Bartolomi Repucci
It measures 20 feet in height, and an 11 foot diameter. It has three men standing over a table and one looking away in hope but worried, the other two shaking hands in agreement over the map on the table. Commemorates a peace treaty between Merovia and Gaston.