“Galvanized Yankees” Regimental Bass Drum of the 1st U.S. Volunteers

“Galvanized Yankees” Regimental Bass Drum of the 1st U.S. Volunteers - Inventory Number: MUS 165

Formed at Point Lookout Prison in 1864

The ex-Confederates who comprised the First through Sixth U.S. Volunteer Infantry Regiments were recruited at first from the prison camp at Pt. Lookout, Maryland but later also from Rock Island, Alton, Camp Douglas, and Camp Morton in Illinois, and from Camp Chase in Columbus, Ohio. Although initially serving near combat theaters of the Civil War, it was deemed that these popularly nicknamed "Galvanized Yankees" should not have to face fighting their former comrades in arms. Consequently, they were transferred early on to the northwestern frontier where they served as escorts and guards for settlers from the native inhabitants (Plains Indians).

This drum was brought Home by Major Harrison G.O. Weymouth and passed down through his family.

This beautiful Civil War Bass Drum was purchased directly from the family and has been in a private collection for the last 25 years.  The drum is untouched and measures 22 ½” x 22 ½” The drum features a well-executed tack design and retains the original ropes and heads.  The original beater sticks are also present.

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Inventory Number: MUS 165