8th USCI Uniform/Equipment The 8th United States Colored Infantry Regiment was equipped and uniformed like the majority of USCT, Late Civil War Union Infantry.
Uniform Federal Sack Coat-dark blue wool Infantry Trousers-sky blue wool Forage Cap Late War-dark blue wool(brass Infantry bugle can be worn on cap) Shirt-muslin Shoes-black leather brogans (rough side out)  Socks-wool Suspenders (braces)-canvas Equipment Waist Belt-black leather w/brass U.S. buckle Cap Pouch-black leather Cartridge Box-black leather w/brass U.S. plate Cartridge Box Strap-black leather w/brass Eagle plate Canteen-dark blue wool cover Haversack-black tarred canvas w/tin cup, plate, utensils, housewife (sewing kit) ECT. Weapons Model 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket .58 Cal. w/leather sling Bayonet for Springfield Musket w/black leather scabbard Joining Company A, 8th USCI Link To National Civil War Museum |
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8th USCI Uniform/Equipment |