Enlisted Man's Forage Cap, Model 1858

Description:

Physical Description

Model 1858 forage cap, navy wool with black leather visor and chin strap, with gold-colored buttons.

General History

The forage cap was introduced just in time to become the signature headgear of the Civil War soldier. This model was the most popular worn by the Union army, officers and enlisted men alike. It was adopted as standard army headgear. The visor can be flat or sloping. Because of its popularity, the cap was made in several styles.

Related Event: Civil WarCivil War and Reconstruction

Subject:

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Exhibition: Price of Freedom

Exhibition Location: National Museum of American History

Credit Line: U.S. War Department

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: AF.25125.091Catalog Number: 25125.091Accession Number: 64127

Object Name: capOther Terms: cap; Man; Army; Enlisted Man

Physical Description: wool (overall material)metal (overall material)leather (overall material)Measurements: overall: 3 in x 7 in x 10 1/2 in; 7.62 cm x 17.78 cm x 26.67 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a2-830b-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_447156

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