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A Civil War-era artifact was discovered to be a live explosive in Texas. The device, known as a 'parrot round', was found to be still active. Texas officials made the announcement through the Atascosa County Sheriff's Office.
The discovery of a live explosive from the Civil War era highlights the potential dangers of old military artifacts. It also underscores the importance of proper handling and disposal of such devices.
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