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Magnolia man owns old civil war uniforms, medical treasures
When Chris Foard started collecting nursing artifacts 20 years ago, it was just a simple hobby. But at some point it developed into an addiction. Today, he has 1,500 pieces of nursing memorabilia, including photographs, uniforms, medical equipment and other historic treasures. Many of his artifacts date back to the Civil War, a time when nursing was just getting started in America. Mr. Foard said it's exciting to own such rare pieces of American history. "When I see these medals, I think, 'Gosh, a nurse wearing that could've met Abraham Lincoln, or she could've been in surgery with General Grant,'"
by newszap :: 2007-04-23 :: Civil War Uniforms

Authentic Civil War Uniform Featured on Auction
A uniform belonging to 1st Lt. Nelson Ephraim Prentice of Payne, Ohio, an officer in Company M, 1st Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Heavy Artillery, has made its way to Manion's International Auction House in Kansas City. "This kind of item is a dream of a find for a serious historian or collector. The uniform itself is rare enough, but when you add the documentation, and all of the other items that come with this collection, it's absolutely astounding. We are honored the Prentice family chose Manion's to broker the sale."
by infozine :: 2007-03-16 :: Civil War Uniforms

Historic reproductions of Civil War
Ask most people about George Washington, and they'll tick off the usual facts: He led the Continental Army in the Revolutionary War, was the first president of the U.S. Maybe they'll throw in some folklore, like the stories of Washington throwing a dollar across the Potomac or chopping down a cherry tree. Henry Cooke IV knows some of Washington's secrets. For instance, the general had a 40-inch waist the day of his first inaugural. A tailor who specializes in historic reproductions, he is making 3 suits for figures of Washington that will be displayed at a new museum.
by southofboston :: 2006-08-05 :: Civil War Uniforms

Civil War uniforms and flags on display
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In the Civil War, the most colorful soldiers on the battlefield didn't wear blue or gray. The volunteer units known as the Zouaves fought for the Union, and many of the regiments hailed from New York. Some of their eye-catching uniforms and the flags they carried into battle are on display at the Capitol in Albany and the New York State Military Museum. Thousands of New Yorkers joined Zouave units, attracted by their flamboyant uniforms consisting of red baggy trousers, blue jackets and red tasseled fezzes. The Americans copied the style from French military units that had adopted the uniforms from Algerian tribes they defeated in the mid-1800s.
by capitalnews9 :: 2006-05-04 :: Civil War Flags: Confederate, Rebel & Battle

Sharing Civil War Treasures
Mike Clarke always has been fascinated by the Civil War. Even as a boy, he said, he collected uniform buttons, field gear and other artifacts. "I just fell in love with the period," he said. "I had an interest in history, and this is a piece of history." Today, Clarke's collection of Civil War memorabilia encompasses thousands of items, including uniforms, rifles, caps, swords, pistols, boots, belts, canteens and cartridge boxes. The collection is valued at nearly $1 million.
by westchase.tbo :: 2006-04-14 :: Relics and Memorabilia - American Civil War

Color images of Civil War uniforms by ranks
These color images were scanned from the OFFICIAL MILITARY ATLAS OF THE CIVIL WAR.
by jh :: 2000-07-09 :: Civil War Uniforms

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