Original U.S. 1894 State of New York Militia Regiment Dress Coat Category_Accessories with some oxidation and powder

with some oxidation and powder fouling

And their deeds were many

its impossible to know for sure but for arguments sake lets assume it was repainted after the war

The muddy trenches of northern France exposed a number of weaknesses in the Chauchat's design

This incredible extremely rare painted fabric piece measures 35” x 34” and is offered in very good condition

Original U.S. 1894 State of New York Militia Regiment Dress Coat Category_Accessories with some oxidation and powderOriginal Item Only One Available. This is a very nice 1894 dated State of New York Militia dress uniform coat constructed of heavy blue wool with yellow collar, shoulder boards and cuffs possibly indicating cavalry issue. All buttons features the State of New York insignia and EXCELSIOR and all are back marked by the National Button Company. Inside the jacket is an original tailor label from BROWNING KING & CO as well as an ink stamp with clear 1894