Original U.S. Civil War / Early Indian Wars 47th New York Infantry Regiment Officers Private Purchase Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi by J.H. McKenney & Co - Complete Martini-Henry Parts and the original etching is

and the original etching is still well retained

Gliders and their tow planes were slow

the serial number range places the date of manufacture at around the middle of 1864

The Lancaster bomber had a parachute escape hatch in the nose

as they are part of the rubber molding

Original U.S. Civil War / Early Indian Wars 47th New York Infantry Regiment Officers Private Purchase Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi by J.H. McKenney & Co - Complete Martini-Henry Parts and the original etching isOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine example of a Civil War to early Indian Wars chasseur style kepi in good condition. As issued to both enlisted men and officers during this period. This kepi is for an Officer in the 47th New York Infantry Regiment and is identified as being such from the badge on the front and the quatrefoil on top. This Federal Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very fine blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands