Original U.S. Civil War Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate French Flags it was used in service

it was used in service by the owner

The entire badge is held on by a number of rivets (4

- Tractors of the caterpillar type

Measuring 25" in overall length

Original U.S. Civil War Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate French Flags it was used in serviceOriginal Item: Only One Available. Pattern 1826 Eagle Breast Plate with lead filled back. Both mounting loops are still attached. The front brass face has fantastic crisp details and has aged wonderfully. No major defects, dents, dings or issues. This example is about as nice as they come. In the early years of the American nation, the need for a national symbol was acutely felt. The new nation appropriated many existing symbolic forms, but none were