Object Details
associated person; user
Carville, Charles R.
Description
This Model 1851 frock coat was worn by Lieutenant Charles R. Carville of the 165th New York State Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This unit, also known as the 2nd Battalion Duryee Zouaves, fought at the Battle of Port Hudson which turned into a siege that lasted for 48 days (May 21- July 9, 1863). Carville was killed in battle on May 27th. The siege was ultimately a Union victory; however, both sides suffered thousands of casualties.
Location
Currently not on view
associated date
1861-1865
ID Number
AF.10621
accession number
46623
catalog number
10621
Object Name
coat
Other Terms
coat; Boy; Volunteers; Infantry; Academy, Staunton Military; Zouave, New York 165; Zouave, Duryee; Officer
Physical Description
wool (overall material)
dark blue (overall color)
gold (buttons material)
light blue (shoulder straps color)
Measurements
overall: 42 in x 16 in; 106.68 cm x 40.64 cm
overall (padded): 43 in x 14 in x 3 in; 109.22 cm x 35.56 cm x 7.62 cm
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_430839