U.S. Army Officer's Chapeau, General McClellan

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chapeau

Object Details

Description

Adorned in gold with the U.S. coat of arms, this ceremonial chapeau was authorized for staff officers in 1858 and worn by General McClellan. This hat and other relics belonging to General McClellan were donated to the museum by his son in 1917.

Location

Currently not on view

Credit Line

Hon. George B. McClellan

date made

before 1917

ID Number

AF.17435

catalog number

17435

accession number

61384

Object Name

chapeau

Other Terms

chapeau; Man; Army; General Officer; Field Grade Officer; Officer; Dress, Full

Measurements

overall: 18 1/4 in x 9 in x 2 in; 46.355 cm x 22.86 cm x 5.08 cm

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Military and Society: Armed Forces History, Military

Civil War

Military

Data Source

National Museum of American History

Subject