Original U.S. Indian Wars Infantry Officer’s M1883 Sack Coat / Fatigue Blouse with 2nd Lieutenant Shoulder Boards - Rare German Decals some minor creases

some minor creases

but even with those they fit

those who waited patiently at home for word from their loved ones

There is some wear present as well as light oxidation and fouling from the black powder cartridges used at the time

Original U.S. Indian Wars Infantry Officer’s M1883 Sack Coat / Fatigue Blouse with 2nd Lieutenant Shoulder Boards - Rare German Decals some minor creasesOriginal Item: Only One Available. U. S. Army Issue Pattern 1887 Fatigue Blouse (AKA Sack Coat). Standard Issue to every U. S. Army Soldier during the late Indian Wars and Spanish American War, up through the transition to the Model 1902 Coat which was the 1887s Successor. These were intended to be a loose fitting garment for wear in the field, as opposed to a tailored parade uniform, these were utilitarian by design. The five button front still