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 Manufacture Type_New Made Items and a 3/4-ton truck rather

and a 3/4-ton truck rather than a 2½-ton truck was its prime mover for ground operations

the 2nd Infantry Division crossed the channel to land on Omaha Beach on D plus 1 (7 June 1944) near St

1764 - 1847

The stock is a lovely red brown color

especially with the darker green color fabric

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 Manufacture Type_New Made Items and a 3/4-ton truck ratherOriginal 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