Ancient Ammo Unearthed on Lot 7 (Season 12) *Exclusive* | The Curse of Oak Island

In this segment from The Curse of Oak Island, the discovery of a musket ball on Lot 7 takes center stage, offering potential clues to the island’s mysterious past.

The musket ball, found by Jack and Gary, appears to be a regular lead ball, but closer examination reveals it to be a .69 caliber musket ball that fits a Charleville musket—historically used by the French, particularly during the Revolutionary War.

This discovery is significant because it could point to a French presence on Oak Island, possibly tied to the legendary Duc d’Anville expedition of the mid-1700s.

The musket ball’s size and weight, when analyzed using a formula developed by an archaeologist, confirm it as a French-made ball, suggesting a direct connection to the French military.

The idea that this musket ball could have been made on the island is also considered, as lead would have been a common resource, and shot molds could have traveled with muskets, allowing for the reuse of musket balls.

The discovery of this artifact fits into the larger theory that both French and British forces may have competed to uncover something on Oak Island, with the musket ball serving as another piece of evidence supporting the possibility of a French expedition leaving behind treasure or artifacts.

The connection to the Duc d’Anville is further emphasized, with the team excited about how the musket ball aligns with previous findings, such as maps and French artifacts, that suggest a French involvement on the island.

As the team continues to explore this theory, the musket ball serves as a fascinating piece of the puzzle, raising further questions and adding depth to the ongoing Oak Island mystery.