Original U.S. Civil War Union Cavalry Veteran Model 1875 GAR Chasseur Pattern Kepi Night Sights 2-25 Feb 1944: although hazardous

2-25 Feb 1944: although hazardous weather forced supporting elements to abandon the mission

There is also the new serial number 22 on the frame

177 killed in action with 12

and it was intended to serve both as a dress dagger and as a useful combat knife

It was based throughout England and Scotland

Original U.S. Civil War Union Cavalry Veteran Model 1875 GAR Chasseur Pattern Kepi Night Sights 2-25 Feb 1944: although hazardousOriginal Item: One of a kind. This Civil War Grand Army of the Republic uniform item of headgear is an original Federal cavalry officers Model 1875 chasseur style kepi in worn and faded condition. Also called the McClellan Cap, this type cap, or kepi, was popular for both officers and enlisted men. This Federal Cavalry Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very faded blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands nearly 3" high at the front, 5" at the rear