Telescope from the Original Brock's Monument

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This item is a part of the 1812 History digitization project. This project was made possible with the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canadian Culture Online Strategy.

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This is an incomplete telescope that was said to have been used in the gallery at the top of the original Brock's monument which was blown up by Benjamin Lett in 1840. The telescope is 43 cm long and is made of brass. Markings include an inscription in script that states “Silberrad Aldgate London Day or Night”. Charles Silberrad is believed to have manufactured the telescope because he was in business in Aldgate London from 1801-1833.

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