Uniforms of the Union Volunteers of 1861: The Mid-Atlantic States

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Focusing on the attire of citizen soldiers from the mid-Atlantic states during the early months of the Civil War, this book delves into personal accounts, letters, and diaries to reconstruct their uniforms. It offers a unique perspective through extensive newspaper research and includes photographs of original uniforms from private collections. The detailed exploration highlights the diversity of clothing and headgear worn by Union volunteers from Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., making it a valuable resource for historians and enthusiasts alike.