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TSA Finds Civil War Cannonballs at Airport | Birmingham News
TSA agents at Gulf Shores airport stumbled upon a Civil War-era artifact—five cannonballs—in a passenger’s checked bag, sparking an investigation after initial fears of explosives. Confirmed inert, the cannonballs were traced to Fort Morgan, revealing they’d been stolen. The passenger, unaware of their origin, had them returned—though TSA is now reminding travelers that even historical items can’t be packed for flight. A wild, real-life artifact heist that proves history can show up anywhere, even at security checkpoints. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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