UNIFORM & KIT
The Infantry impression
Following is a list of items required for an infantry
impression. We have prioritized this list for the benefit of the individual
without deep pockets.
 | Uniform - with a complete uniform, a reenactor can
actively participate in camp, and on the field. A complete uniform consists
of the following |
 | white muslin or cotton 3 button shirt |
| sky blue wool trousers |
| suspenders |
| Federal blue Sack Coat, or NY State Shell Jacket |
| Federal blue kepi or bummer (no piping) |
| canteen with tan brown cover. |
| Leathers |
| cap box |
| haversack |
| cartridge box |
| waist belt |
| Brogans (shoes) - correct period footwear is required at
many events. |
| Rifle - three banded 1853 Enfield, or 1861 Springfield. |
| Miscellaneous items |
| cartridge box belt with eagle breast plate |
| bayonet with scabbard |
| Infantry Great Coat |
| wool blanket |
| tin cup |
| Tent - the 137th owns extra tents. These tents may be
utilized by new members until they can purchase their own. |
| shelter half (military camps) |
| A-frame (military or civilian camps) |
| wall tent (civilian camps only) |
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