31413 Union Iron Brigade in Gaiters Tearing Cartridge W. Britain-Pride & Prejudice or even a favourite civil

or even a favourite civil war song like ‘Dixie’ or ‘The Bonnie Blue Flag’

This warrior may look casually-relaxed but he is also ready at a moment’s notice to cut his enemy down

In 1861 there was no organization of trained nurses in the United States and war had begun

including many traditional pieces also played in the British Army

Note the "snow chains" on the wheels… a nice little extra touch

31413 Union Iron Brigade in Gaiters Tearing Cartridge W. Britain-Pride & Prejudice or even a favourite civilUnion Iron Brigade in Gaiters Tearing Cartridge Although it is commonly believed that the western Iron Brigade wore distinctive dress, the truth is that this unit made up of midwestern regiments simply wore the same uniform of the regular U. S. Army of the period. The Hardee pattern felt hat with regimental number and company letters in brass, the nine button wool frock coat with light blue piping for infantry, sky blue kersey trousers, and white