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Is this a photo of pre-war militia members? I found it online and thought it was interesting. I wish the resolution was better. Thanks!
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The size of the tintype is called an Eighth Plate, which would suggest that it is post war when that format was very popular. You never see this size prior to the war.Scott Cross
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Its hard to tell, but I think they are holding cadet trapdoors.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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I was a little suspicious, but it looked like a neat photo either way.Tristan GallowayComment
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The uniform coats scream cadet as well. Wish it were higher res to see the shakos better.Robert Collett
8th FL / 13th IN
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Its a great photo!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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