Jun 9, 2011 · Who would have ever thought that Clint Eastwood was a member of the SCV? Although he is California born, I guess one of his ancestors was Southern born and in the Confederate army. Anyone have any idea who Clint's Confederate ancestor was? Since I learned this, I have watched "The Outlaw Josie Wales" again and really enjoyed his performance.

Aug 5, 2015 · The maps in the Cedar Creek issue are the best out there, at least til Scott Patchan's new book comes out. I was an original subscriber and have every issue somewhere. I guess now I will have to get serious about finding and organizing my copies. I …

Feb 23, 2013 · The year 1840 witnessed the adoption of several new patterns for swords and sabers with which to arm the still relatively small United States Army, including a new model for the two regiments of Dragoons and these two for members of the infantry and so-called foot artillery. Although the...

Nov 20, 2012 · Ambiguity I guess. I found this one interesting because the flag in the picture looks to be the 11th Alabama flag that was captured by the 57th Penn, Brookes Brigade. The 11th, Wilcox brigade moved up to reinforce the right wing of the Sunken road.

Aug 25, 2020 · I guess we will never know . I also have an interesting 1853 Enfield which I will be posting here with many pictures shortly, perhaps some of the experts on this forum can assist me on that . Click to expand...

Aug 25, 2012 · As an interesting side note I originally was part of the Grenadier Guards , I did 6 months basic training when I was 17 and my Platoon Sergeant was a guy called Lance Sergeant Grassick , I left the 1st battalion after 2 years and transferred over to the Signals where I did another 7 years , When I went back to Pirbright on my cadre course guess ...

Nov 7, 2015 · So I guess I will just jump right in... I have a Burnside Saddle Ring Carbine Serial Number 22281. I would appreciate any help in identifying this carbine, ie: Year manufactured, issued date, area or fort issued too, or if we are really lucky name of soldier issued too...

Jul 7, 2013 · Hello, I believe this is an all original Civil War canteen that was used post war. I have a few questions and I would appreciate any comments or opinions. What I see is - -The spout is not maker marked. -Attached New York Depot style chain link stopper. -Smooth sides. …

Apr 10, 2007 · I guess this portrait of him represents his Virginia service? ( Wikipedia) View attachment 404496 The other battlefield artist I admire is Winslow Homer. His facial expressions are remarkable. Here’s the beautiful and moving “Prisoners from the Front” painting: View attachment 404500

Feb 5, 2017 · Cool. Trying to figure out the configuration of this bit. I get the horizontal slot at the top where the headstall goes; and the round hole for the curb chain hook; and the slobber bar; and the rings on the bottom of the shanks for the reins.