Hello, Looking for help. The 1st Illinois Brigade received a new uniform in August-September, 1861, part of which was the Whipple or Loomis style of hat. The Whipple from photos had a soft felt crwon, almost baggy appearance. The Loomis hat, from a photo of a Sergeant in the 8th Illinois Infantry, is of a stiff felt with folding brim. I believe I saw an article once on Loomis Hats in a North South Trader Magazine from years ago. Does anyone have this issue?? And are there any other photos of men wearing the Loomis issue hat?
Thanks,
Tom Arliskas
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Cadet Gray and Butternut Brown
Thanks,
Tom Arliskas
csuniforms
Cadet Gray and Butternut Brown
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