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We are based out of Billings MT and draw from all over the state. Brand new unit starting from scratch.

Also can find our group on Facebook. 3rdUnited States Volunteer Infantry-Company I

Sorry bout that here is the attachment for the buttons.
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I believe these are Civil War buttons with the eagle, but I am unsure what all the buttons are for. Some are quite large. Any help would be appreciated.

The 3rd U.S.V.I. was authorized at the Rock Island prisoner camp in October 1864 as a one-year regiment but not organized until February 1865. It was ordered to the Department of the Missouri,...

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How many can fit in a 6x6?

Looking for a wedge tent 9x6. If interested in selling one please pm me. Need one for Gettysburg this summer.

I have to say I'm glad this thread came up when it did. I was looking to purchase a new pair of brogans and was going to go through blockade runner for a pair. After reading through all of the posts...

Thank you for the input. I'm glad I asked before making a decision. So I am guessing the getting a J.T. Martin Sack coat would be the wisest investment for me to do? I want an authentic coat that can...

Looking at getting a new sack coat and want to know if this is authentic like it says in the description?

J. T. Martin was the largest contractor for the Federal government with plants in New...

Looking to buy an 1861 Springfield Musket from someone willing to do layaway. Won't be able to pay off right away but will be able to make monthly or bi-monthly payments to be able to get one. Let me...

Good evening no just wanted to invited reenactors to a Boy Scout event. The location is Havre MT which I know is quite a distance. If you are interested please let me via pm for more information. We...

After trying to get a unit started in Montana I have found I may be moving to Ohio. Any units near nelsonville? Union infantry of course.

I want to thank everyone for their help and suggestion on what they know works great for them. I will begin experimenting with hardtack, cornmesh, and salted pork/beek. Want to try and get the most...

John,

We are forming up in Billings. I am currently on the Hi-Line but make several trips to Billings. We are just getting started and will be having our first bi-monthly meeting at the end of...

Thank you for the quick reply. I appreciate it.

Does anyone have a great hardtack and salted pork recipe for making the stuff at home? I have searched high and low on the internet and haven't found any really good ones. Thank yoU!

Hello,

I've had an officers foot sword for some years but really haven't gotten oiled up properly. Can anyone tell me what type of oil I should use to keep it from rusting? BTW I'm 40 miles from...

We have raised a Company of Infantry and call upon all of able body to join and preserve the Union!

A group dedicated to the preservation of American History that focuses on the American Civil...

I have a rifle. I noticed that cabelas has .45-70 rounds for Remington. I take it those aren't a good choice for an antique rifle?

Looking at possibly keeping with Indian Wars and forming a company of the 7th Infantry under John Gibbon.

While this isn't quite Civil War related I just recently acquired a 1873 Springfield and was wondering if there was anyone who knows proper care for it. And as it is an antique will the ammunition I...

So if I have a pair of brogans that are about a half size to big I just follow these instructions and wear the soaked brogans till they dry naturally and they will mold to my feet better? I'm fairly...

As someone from Montana, I'm only really exposed to infantry and/or cavalry. From what little I've been able to find artillery wasn't used much in Montana. Though I am interested in the possibility...