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Zouave jacket

Object Details

Description
Zouave units were known for their bravery and drills during the Civil War. Units that demonstrated exceptional skill in drilling were sometimes rewarded with Zouave uniforms. This was the case for the 155th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
associated date
1861-1865
Credit Line
U.S. War Department
Measurements
overall: 20 in x 34 1/2 in; 50.8 cm x 87.63 cm
Object Name
jacket
Other Terms
jacket; Man; Volunteers; Zouave, Pennsylvania 155

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