EQUIPMENT LIST

Basic Uniform

Forage , kepi, or appropriate broad brimmed style cap, with hat brass (4, and Bugle)

Four button sack coat. Federal Blue.

Sky blue wool trousers.

Issue pattern or civilian pattern wool or cotton shirt of period correct pattern.

Rag or dark earth tone colored cotton sock.

Basic Kit (Accoutrements)

Cartridge box with brass US plate.

Cap box

Leather belt with brass US plate.

Period accurate metal canteen

Black tarred haversack.

1861-1863 Springfield Rifled Musket or the 1857 Enfield musket may be used by members.

All weapons types may be used with the approval of the company commander.

No side arms will be carried.

Tentage

The 'A' Frame wedge is most appropriate for all members

'Dog Tents' may be used

'Campaign style' camping with no tents

Wall tents may only be used by individuals with families in camp.

Other Equipment

Gray wool blanket or quilt.

'Gum' blanket

poncho

Eyewear (if applicable)

Eating utensils

plate and cup

personal grooming items

Optional Equipment

Greatcoat, sky blue, infantry style

Knapsacks double bagged.

Period accurate drawers

Camp furniture. Storage boxes shall be of period design and common to what may be found in a fixed camp during the Civil War.

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