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The following items make up a complete uniform.  The company has uniforms and gear available for loan for new members.  Members typically acquire their own gear over the course of their first year.  The list is shown in order of importance for new members:

  • Canteen

  • Sky blue trousers

  • Forage cap

  • Union sack coat

  • Brogans

  • Waist Belt and brass buckle

  • Cap pouch

  • Cartridge box and strap

  • US cartridge box plate

  • Eagle breast plate

  • Four button shirt

  • Braces (Suspenders)

  • Period eyewear (if necessary)

  • Haversack

  • Tin cup

  • 1853 Enfield or 1861 Enfield rifle

  • Bayonet and Scabbard

 

Optional but recommended items include: Vest, Poncho, and Great Coat

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