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This fellow sports some very nice Major's Insig on his collar.
Or else its something from his local head shop.
Or else its something from his local head shop.
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Those might be "Smith's Patent" rank insignias.
I saw an Ohio Major's frock coat last year, where after the order came through to wear subdued rank, he had taken off his shoulder straps and replaced them with the Smith Patent clusters. I have some photos and will try and post it.
Pretty neat image above though -Ryan B.Weddle
7th New York State Militia
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes" - Henry David Thoreau
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their country."
– George Washington , 1789
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What the heck kind of jacket is the guy in the left tumbnail wearing!?Robert Johnson
"Them fellers out thar you ar goin up against, ain't none of the blue-bellied, white-livered Yanks and sassidge-eatin'forrin' hirelin's you have in Virginny that run atthe snap of a cap - they're Western fellers, an' they'll mighty quick give you a bellyful o' fightin."
In memory of: William Garry Co.H 5th USCC KIA 10/2/64 Saltville VA.Comment
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It appears to be a private purchase jacket. Here is a view of the whole jacket.Originally posted by hireddutchcutthroatAttached FilesComment
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Originally posted by hardeesboy
Looks like a 6 button front private purchase (obviously) sack coat with a stand up collar.Robert Johnson
"Them fellers out thar you ar goin up against, ain't none of the blue-bellied, white-livered Yanks and sassidge-eatin'forrin' hirelin's you have in Virginny that run atthe snap of a cap - they're Western fellers, an' they'll mighty quick give you a bellyful o' fightin."
In memory of: William Garry Co.H 5th USCC KIA 10/2/64 Saltville VA.Comment
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Mike,Originally posted by hireddutchcutthroat
Can you post the Bibliographic Info for this image please?
I assume it's LoC.Ryan B.Weddle
7th New York State Militia
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes" - Henry David Thoreau
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their country."
– George Washington , 1789
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Originally posted by RyanBWeddle
Ryan,
Yes it is from the LoC, [Fort Burnham, Va. (the former Confederate Fort Harrison). Federal soldiers in front of bomb-proof headquarters] 1864 Army of the James.Attached FilesComment
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Originally posted by hardeesboy
Yeah, I thought that was the image, the other interesting things to note in this image beyond the funky officer sack coats & collar tabs;
are the shelter tent being used for the lower half of the bomb proof door. The artillery tarp (rare!) and the caisson chest open with the rounds and fuses laying around...Ryan B.Weddle
7th New York State Militia
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes" - Henry David Thoreau
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their country."
– George Washington , 1789
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Yes, I noticed those also. It gives you a nice look at a shelter half. Another thing I am curious about, the gentleman standing to the far right appears to be wearing mounted trousers. Good eye Ryan!Originally posted by RyanBWeddleAttached FilesComment
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Yeah, this is obviously a mixed branch photo... You have obvious artillery here (also one of the men in the background has crossed cannon on his cap :secret: )....Originally posted by hardeesboy
Then both officers with the Private Purchase blouses have Infantry Horns on their kepis... OMG!Ryan B.Weddle
7th New York State Militia
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes" - Henry David Thoreau
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their country."
– George Washington , 1789
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That 6 button private purchase sack has some sort of blemish on the photo above the left-breast pocket. Can anyone make out if that's a medallion of some sort, or a fabric tear... curious.
Appears to have 3-4 buttons on the cuff of his left sleeve. Very light-weight fabric, look at all those folds and wrinkles as it falls around his body.Paul Calloway
Proudest Member of the Tar Water Mess
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Paul,Originally posted by paulcalloway
To me it appears to be a hole/tear in the fabric. Just my .02Comment
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Originally posted by hardeesboy
I not sure if it is a tear, or a badge, or what?!
Although the folds/wrinkles don't seem to be affected by it, it looks like it's 'on top' of the blouse folds/wrinkles...
The image of him is totally out of focus and blury... His 'look' though is very fashionable...almost looks 1880s Fatigue-ish...that blouse is a kicker!Attached FilesRyan B.Weddle
7th New York State Militia
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes" - Henry David Thoreau
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their country."
– George Washington , 1789
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Ryan,Originally posted by RyanBWeddle
It does seem to be casting a shadow, as if were sitting on top of the jacket, doesn't it! Now I am truly befuddled! :confused_Comment
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