The Collar
Title
The Collar
Subject
Wool uniforms worn by US Union soldiers in the American Civil War.
Description
The stitching here is so even it almost looks like machine work, but is hand sewn. The double-layer, high standing collar protected a soldier from drafts, just as the elbow length cape added protection from wind and weather.
Source
U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum, Ft. Lee, VA
Date
1861-1865
Format
Colour photograph
Collection
Citation
“The Collar,” Fabric of War, accessed April 26, 2024, https://fabricofwar2018.omeka.net/items/show/4.