Collection Highlights
Manhattan Rifles!
Date:
1861-1865
Object Number:
PR.055.3.226
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Sash
Object Number:
1935.104j
Date:
1840-1845
Medium:
Silk, cotton
Dimensions:
overall (unfolded): 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 116 in. ( 3.8 x 3.8 x 294.6 cm )
Description:
Red silk jersey uniform sash with cotton cord tassels at each end.
Gallery Label:
This sash is part of a military uniform worn by Dr. William H. Jackson (1810-1893) of New York City. He was commissioned surgeon of the 252nd Regiment of Infantry, New York, in 1840.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Margaret A. Jackson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
