Prisoner of War Bone Model Ships
French prisoners carved these boats from the bones of their meat rations.

šŸ“œ Exquisite model ships carved from animal bones by French prisoners of war during the Napoleonic Wars.
šŸ” Displayed as a permanent exhibit at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard, California.

Why Go

🚢 See intricate historical ship models, typically 30-40 inches long
šŸŽØ Appreciate unique prisoner-of-war artistry and craftsmanship
šŸ“š Learn about the lives of Napoleonic War prisoners
šŸ›ļø Part of the second largest collection in the United States

Hours

šŸ•’ Friday-Monday, 12 pm to 4 pm.

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