Civil War Soldier’s Named Stencil Plate – Massachusetts – Died of Wounds
$450.00
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Civil War Soldier’s Named Stencil Plate – Massachusetts
Original Civil War–period personal identification stencil plate, constructed of thin sheet brass, bearing an oval name stencil for “F. L. Whitney.” This type of stencil was a common soldier’s accoutrement, used to mark clothing, knapsacks, haversacks, blankets, and other personal equipment for identification within company and regimental service.
The stencil exhibits clear period wear and oxidation consistent with field use, with the name remaining legible within its original oval border. Such named stencils are scarce survivors, as they were lightweight, utilitarian items easily lost or discarded during service.
Residence Winchendon, MA; a 22-year-old Mechanic.
Enlisted on 7/29/1862 as a Priv.
On 8/27/1862, he mustered into “D” Co. Massachusetts 36th Infantry.
He died of wounds on 6/16/1864 at Washington, DC
(Died at Emory Hospital during a surgical operation)
He was listed as:
- Wounded 6/3/1864 Cold Harbor, VA (Wounded in head)
- Hospitalized 6/9/1864 Washington, DC (Emory Hospital)
Buried: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA
Gravesite: 13-6381
Comes housed in 6 x 8 riker display case with blue velvet and descriptive card.
Inventory Number: PER 473
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