Lot 72
U.S. 96 Company M 47th Regiment on the bag. The 47th Infantry Regiment was one of twelve New York State National Guard infantry regiments that were federalized for service in the Spanish-American War. ... The 47th Regiment remained in Camp Black until June 9th, 1898 when it was moved to Forts Greble and Adams in Rhode Island. The 47th New York Volunteer Infantry was mustered into the Federal service on May 24, 1898 at Hempstead, New York. At the time of muster in, the unit consisted of 47 officers and 968 enlisted men under the command of Colonel John G. Eddy. The war's fighting ended on August 12 with the declaration of an armistice between the U.S. and Spain. At this time, the unit was stationed at Fort Adams, at Newport, Rhode Island. However, on October 10, 1898, the 47th New York left for service in Puerto Rico as part of the occupation forces, arriving six days later. At least part of the unit's service in Puerto Rico was spent at Camp Ponce. The 47th would still be in Puerto Rico when the war officially ended on December 10, 1898 with the signing of the Treaty of Paris. On March 4, 1899, the 47th New York Volunteer Infantry embarked for its return to the United States, arriving after another six day cruise. The unit was mustered out at Brooklyn, New York on March 31, 1899. At the time of muster out, the unit consisted of 47 officers and 1,034 enlisted men. During its term of service, the 47th New York Volunteer Infantry had seven men die of disease, two men die as the result of accidents, and had one man murdered. Additionally, thirteen men were discharged on disability and forty-three men deserted. This Spanish American War era soldier is dressed, armed and ready to deploy. Note his long rifle and the bayonet. No photographer info on the card. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request.
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Dimensions:
- 4.25" x 6.5" Condition:
- Excellent Condition
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