Creation Date

1861 – 1866

Description

Navy blue wool cap / hat worn by Union Soldier in the Civil War. It was worn by Hans Lageson who served in Company B of the 15th Wisconsin Volunteer regiment. He was wounded in the ankle at the battle of Chicamaga in Atlanta, Georgia. The hat has the number 11 on the top and one gold button. The numbers are made from twisted metal There are many small moth holes. It was made by the G. W. Simmons Co. of Boston.

There is more information on Hans in his personal file.