Iron Pike Head
Artifact IDMO 63.1516
Object Type
Pike
Date
circa 1798
Medium
Iron
DimensionsOverall L 19 in (48.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionIron pike head in the shape of a spear with a hook on one side.
Historical NoteThis pike, an effective defensive polearm weapon against cavalry charges, was used by insurgents during the Battles of Wexford. The pike had been in the possession of the gifter Aidan Kenney's family since the Battle of Vinegar Hill, and may have been used in the Battle of Ross. This pike was presented by Thomas Byrne, Mayor of Wexford, to President Kennedy on June 27, 1963 during his state visit to Ireland.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NotePresented by Thomas Byrne, Mayor of Wexford, on behalf of the donor, on June 27, 1963.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Public (National Archives Identifier 1677327)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteThis material is not subject to any known copyright or other image use restrictions.Subjects
In Collection(s)
Not on view