16132 Legion of the United States Infantry Drummer, 1794 American Civil War “I hope…it will be unfashionable

“I hope…it will be unfashionable for a gentleman to appear in any other dress

Soon however

This warrior examines a grenadier’s mitre cap – is he fascinated with the elaborate embroidery and fine needle work or is he just trying to figure out its useful function

His brilliant reputation was sullied by missteps at Brandy Station and most notably Gettysburg where he lost touch with Lee for a crucial two days

taken as a prize in battle

16132 Legion of the United States Infantry Drummer, 1794 American Civil War “I hope…it will be unfashionableLegion of the United States Infantry Drummer, 1794 Although in many ways the dress and training of the Legion of the United States was a departure from the traditional organization of the United States Army, the tradition of dressing the field musicians in reversed colors was retained. Drummers and fifers of the period were still important components of an infantry company, not only signaling important battle commands, but every day duties by beats