12th United States Infantry Regiment

1st Battalion, Company A


Equipment list!

The 12th U.S. Infantry wears Union Blues....nothing fancy

HAT-bummer (forage) cap

JACKET-Navy Blue Sack coat.

PANTS-Sky Blue trousers

SHOES-black brogans

RIFLE-1861 Springfield

HAVERSACK-tarred haversack

CARTRIDGE BOX

CAP BOX, BELT-All 1855 model (Black)

CARTRIDGE BOX SLING-(black)

Other things will be needed as time goes by. A seasoned recruit will typically want to look at

things such as a shelter tent, a backpack and other gear to improve his historical impression

It is important to keep in touch with us to make sure that you are not investing in items

that might not fit the 12th U.S. impression.

  • For more information on joining:

    12th U.S. Infantry Website

    Washington Civil War Association Website

    Fort Simcoe event