Confederate Military Impression Regulations
47TH Georgia Volunteer Infantry, Company G
Introduction
The organization being in agreement that the Confederate Military Impression shall represent the typical volunteer soldier of the State of Georgia during the period from 1861 through 1865, the following regulations are approved as of March 16 ,2007 and shall become effective on March 16, 2007. All members shall be required to meet these regulations within one year of enlistment or adoption of the regulations.
Regulations
Article I Jacket
Section A Columbus Depot Jacket
1. Gray or brown jeans wool.
2. All hand-sewn top stitching.
3. All hand-sewn button holes.
4. Buttons shall be either two piece brass I, Georgia Seal or two hole wooden buttons.
Section B Common Shell Jacket
1. Gray or brown jeans wool.
2. All hand-sewn top stitching.
3. All hand-sewn button holes.
4. Buttons shall be either two piece brass I, Georgia Seal or two hole wooden buttons.
Section C Sack Coat
1. Gray or brown jeans wool.
2. All hand-sewn top stitching
3. All hand-sewn button holes.
4. Buttons shall be either two piece brass I, Georgia Seal or two hole wooden buttons.
Section D Frock Coat
1. Gray or brown jeans wool.
2. All hand-sewn top stitching.
3. All hand-sewn button holes.
4. Buttons shall be two piece brass I or Georgia Seal.
Article II Trousers
Two styles shall be allowed:
Section A Columbus Depot or other military patterns
1. Cut high in the waist loose in the seat no split in the cuffs.
2. Waistband width shall be from a minimum of 7/8 inch in the rear to a maximum of 1 ¾ inches in the front.
3. Fly shall be from 1 ¼ inches to 1 ¾ inches in width.
4. Trousers shall have an adjustment belt and buckle in the rear below the waistband.
5. All visible stitching shall be hand-sewn, hidden interior stitching may be machine sewn.
6. Topstitching shall be of unbleached or off-white thread.
7. Buttons shall be four hole type of bone, tin, porcelain or pewter.
Section B Civilian Pattern
1. Fabric may be of brown, black or gray jeans wool, cotton or linen.
2. Lining may be of brown, black or unbleached cotton fabric.
3. Topstitching may be of black, brown or unbleached white cotton thread.
4. Visible stitching should be hand-sewn but may be machine-sewn on civilian trousers.
5. Buttons should be four hole type of bone, tin, porcelain or pewter.
Article III Hats
Two types will be allowed:
Section A Kepi (cap)
1. These shall be of a light to medium gray or a brownish caste of gray in wool or woolen jeans. It shall have either a black leather or pasteboard brim of a minimum of 1 ¾ inches prolongation and a black patent leather chin strap with brass adjustment. Two brass two-piece buttons shall hold the chin strap to the body of the kepi and shall be either plain brass or “Federal Eagle” pattern. The cap shall have a leather sweat band and brown or black or unbleached cotton lining. NO ornamentation is permitted. The cap shall not have a welt around the crown but shall have a sunken top and shall have a burlap stiffener inside.
Section B Slouch or Civilian (hat)
1. These hats shall be of black, brown or buff wool felt with a silk or satin ribbon head band and a sweat band of leather or cloth. Hats shall have brims from 2 ¼ to 3 ¾ inches in width and crowns no taller than 5 ½ inches.
Section C Prohibited Hats
1. Hats that will not be allowed are straw hats, top hats or stovepipe hats.
2. NO hat cords are permitted.
3. NO hat brass or other decorations are permitted.
Article IV Shirts
Section A Undershirt
1. Undershirts shall be of any period pattern and shall be cotton cloth in white, brown, brick red, striped or checked patterns. Patterns may be of woven thread or dye print. Prints shall be of a relatively large pattern on a single background color. Buttons shall be four hole type of bone, porcelain, mother-of-pearl, wood or pewter. Colors should be plain and subdued.
2. Prohibited prints include calico, small paisley and any multi-colored print.
Section B Over Shirt (Battle Shirt)
1. These shirts shall be of the button front “battle shirt” style, of woolen or cotton flannel of gray or brown in color. The shirt shall have a fold over collar. Buttons shall be of wood or stained bone. Stitches shall be of brown or unbleached white cotton thread.
Article V Socks
Section A Socks
1. Socks shall be gray, brown or white unbleached knitted cotton or wool.
2. Socks of other colors are allowed as long as they are naturally died in period correct colors.
3. No colored tops or toes allowed
Article VI Shoes
Section A Brogans
1. US Military Issue – These shall be of black leather with leather soles and ties. Soles shall either be pegged or sewn together
2. CS Military Issue – These shall be of black or russet leather. Straight last or right/left are allowed. These shall have leather soles and ties. Soles shall either be pegged or sewn together.
3. Civilian Style – These shall be of black leather with leather soles and ties. These shall be of any common period style.
Section B Boots
1. Boots while worn were not that common to the average private. Members are discouraged from purchasing boots.
2. Boots if worn should be no higher than mid-calf on the leg and should be of black leather. Soles shall be leather and either pegged or sewn.
3. Pants should be worn out and over boots when worn by a private.
Article VII Vests
Two Styles shall be permitted:
Section A Military Style Vest
1. These shall be of light gray or dark blue wool cloth. They shall have a stand-up collar approximately 1 inch in height. There shall be a nine (9) button front with Georgia State seal or Federal Eagle two-piece (cuff size) brass buttons. Interiors shall be lined with white, brown or black cotton or osnaburg. The back is to be constructed of black or brown with a belt of the same material with buckle. Three to four pockets shall be allowed; two near the bottom and one or two at the breast.
Section B Civilian Style Vest
1. These shall be of woolen material in gray, brown, blue or black, in solids and simple patterns. There shall be a five (5) to six (6) button front with plain brass or cloth covered buttons. Lining shall be of osnaburg or white, brown or black cotton. The back is to be constructed of brown, black cotton or silk with a belt of the same material with a buckle.
Article VIII Weapons
The following are approved as either original or reproductions with all modern markings removed. Enfields may be blued or struck bright.
Section 1 Long Arms
1. M1816, M1822, M1835 Springfield musket, converted to percussion.
2. M1842 Springfield/Harpers’ Ferry Musket
3. M1855, M1861, M1863 or M1864 Springfield or Contract .58 caliber Rifled-Musket.
4. P1853, P1855 Enfield .577 caliber Rifled-Musket
Section 2 Bayonet
1. Socket bayonet corresponding to the selected weapon will be carried.
a. All modern markings will be removed.
Section 3 Pistols
1. Pistols are will not be carried by enlisted men.
Section 4 Knives
1. Small pocket knives are permitted to be carried in either a trouser pocket or haversack.
2. Bowie or other large knives are not permitted to be worn.
Article IX Bayonet Scabbard
Three types shall be permitted
1. M1842 or similar for .69 caliber musket socket bayonet. Shall be constructed of black leather with waist belt carriage and brass finial.
2. M1855 for .58 caliber musket socket bayonet. Shall be constructed of black leather with waist belt carriage and brass finial.
3. Enfield style for .577 caliber rifled-musket bayonet. Shall be constructed of black leather with waist belt carriage and brass finial.
Article X Waist Belt
Three styles will be permitted:
1. Roller Buckle Style: These shall be between 1 to 2 inches in width of black leather with a japanned steel roller buckle with one tongue and a black leather keeper.
2. Frame Buckle Style: Shall be approximately 2 inches in width of black leather and have a two-tongued square “Georgia Frame” or rectangular “Forked Tongue” buckle of cast brass.
3. Belt Plate Style: Shall be approximately 2 inches in width of black buff or bridle leather. These shall have a cast brass orval or upturned “U.S.” belt plate.
Article XI Cap Pouch
1. Shield Front (M1842 or M1855) cap pouch constructed of either black bridle leather or black painted canvas with a brass finial with one or two leather loops on the rear. Pouch shall have double flaps with a tuft of sheep’s wool and leather loop for a nipple prick on the inside.
Article XII Cartridge Box Sling
1. Leather: Black bridle leather, 2 ¼ to 2 ½ inches wide and of a length so that the cartridge box rests on the hip just below the waist belt.
2. Painted Cloth: Black painted cotton fabric from tow to several layers in thickness and sewn together with cotton or flax thread. The belt should be from 1 7/8 to 2 ¼ inches wide and of a length so that the cartridge box rests on the hip just below the waist belt. The belt shall have a leather billet at each end.
3. NO Breast plates shall be permitted.
Article XIII Cartridge Boxes
Four types allowed:
1. Model 1839 Variant
2. Model 1842 Cartridge Box, .69 caliber: Shall be made of black bridle leather with double flaps and implement pocket. The box shall have two horizontal loops on the read and two buckles on the bottom to engage the shoulder belt. Tin inserts are required.
3. Model 1855 Cartridge Box, .58 caliber: Shall be made of black bridle leather with double flaps and implement pocket. The box shall have two horizontal loops on the read with two buckles on the bottom to engage the shoulder belt and two vertical loops on the rear to engage the waist belt. Tin inserts are required.
4. Model 1855 Cartridge Box, .577 caliber: Shall be made of black bridle leather with double flaps and implement pocket. The box shall have two horizontal loops on the rear and two buckles on the bottom to engage the shoulder belt. Tin inserts are required.
5. Cartridge Box plates are prohibited on all models.
Article XIV Haversacks
Four styles allowed:
1. Unpainted with buckle closure: Shall be from 14 inches deep by 10 ¾ inches wide to 14 inches deep by 12 ½ inches wide in size. Fabric shall be of white cotton duck. Interior shall have removable cotton cloth bag held in place by three bone or stamped tin buttons sewn to the interior or the haversack. Sling shall be non-adjustable. Closure shall be ½ inches black or russet leather strap and keeper with japanned roller buckle.
2. Painted Black with buckle closure: Shall be from 14 inches deep by 10 ¾ inches wide to 14 inches deep by 12 ½ inches wide in size. Fabric shall be of white cotton duck or drill with a black painted exterior. Interior shall have removable cotton cloth bag held in place by three bone or stamped tin buttons sewn to the interior or the haversack. Sling shall be non-adjustable. Closure shall be ½ inches black leather strap and keeper with japanned roller buckle.
3. Painted with Button Closure: Painted Black with buckle closure: Shall be from 14 inches deep by 10 ¾ inches wide to 14 inches deep by 12 ½ inches wide in size. Fabric shall be of white cotton duck or drill with a black painted exterior. Interior shall have removable cotton cloth bag held in place by three bone or stamped tin buttons sewn to the interior or the haversack. Sling shall be non-adjustable. Closure shall be a single button of bone or stamped tin sewn to the bag with a hand-stitched button hole on the flap.
4. Unpainted Button Closure: Shall be approximately 12 inches by 12 inches in size with no gusset in the bottom. Fabric shall be of white cotton duck. Interior shall have removable cotton cloth bag held in place by three bone or stamped tin buttons sewn to the interior or the haversack. Sling shall be non-adjustable. Closure shall be one to three bone or wood four hole buttons or brass or cast pewter flat buttons. Button shall be sewn to the bag, with hand-sewn button holes on the flap.
Article XV Canteens
Four styles will be allowed:
1. Wooden “cheesebox” style: Shall be of oak or cedar wood, approximately seven inches n diameter and with a cork or hand carved wooden stopper. Canteen shall have a strap of white cotton or russet leather.
2. Flat Face Tin Drum: Shall have slight convex face with flat back or with both sides flat. Approximately 5 to 7 ½ inches in diameter and 1 ½ to 2 ½ inches thick. These shall have white cotton or russet leather straps with a cork or hand carved wooden stopper.
3. M1858 “Smooth Side”: Shall have a gray or brown wool or woolen jeans cover or may be used without a cover. These shall have a white cotton or black or brown leather strap. Leather straps will have roller buckle and keeper. These shall have either a cork or hand craved wooden stopper. Dimensions shall be 7 to 8 inches in diameter and 2 ½ inches thick at the center.
4. M1858 “Bullseye” (Produced after 1861): Shall have either gray or brown wool or woolen jeans cover or may be used without a cover. These shall have white cotton or black or brown leather straps. Leather straps shall have a roller buckle and keeper. These shall also have a cork or hand carved wooden stopper and the dimensions shall be 7 to 8 inches in diameter and 2 ½ inches thick at the center with from 5 to 9 corrugated rings on each side.
Article XVI Blanket
1. Primary: Shall be of wool in any period style for military use. Blankets shall contain no insignia.
2. Secondary: These will include quilts of period styles and construction, wool coverlets or any period civilian style blanket.
Article XVII Ground Cloth
1. Painted Cloth (preferred): Shall be of single or double thickness canvas or cotton duck, painted black on one side. Corners may have small grommets or holes reinforced with a button hole stitch or period correct brass grommets.
2. Gum Blanket: Shall be of black rubberized cotton cloth with small grommets. A slit opening with button closure shall be allowed for use as a poncho.
Article XVIII Knapsacks
Four styles will be allowed:
1. Mexican War style knapsack: Shall have a single bag with three button flap and connected at the top to a large folding flap for the blanket. The blanket flap shall have two sides with fold over the blanket and are secured with cloth ties. The blanket flag should then be folded over the top and the front of the bag to form the back of the knapsack. These shall have black or brown bridle leather straps that surround the knapsack and come over the shoulders. All straps shall have japanned roller buckle adjustments. The bag and flap shall be of black painted canvas or cotton duck.
2. Single Bag Knapsack: Shall consist of a large single bag or black pained canvas or duck with a top flap. The closure of the flap shall be with two or three black or brown leather straps with japanned roller buckles sew to the bag. The interior shall have a single cotton cloth divider. Black or brown bridle leather straps shall surround the bag and cross over the shoulders.
3. Model 1853/1854 Knapsack: Shall be of the double bat type constructed of pained black canvas or duck. These shall have found flap bags with cloth or leather closures. The two shall be secured together at the bottom with three leather straps and roller buckle closures. Should straps shall have japanned roller buckle adjustments and knapsack hoops. All leather is to be black or brown bridle leather.
4. Enfield Pattern Knapsack: Shall be constructed of black painted canvas or cotton duck, with a wood black enclosure. All leather is to be black bridle leather with japanned roller buckle adjustments and brass knapsack hooks.
Article XIX Miscellaneous
1. ALL watches shall be of key wind type. No modern wrist watches are allowed at any time.
2. Eating utensils will be of period type, with bone or wooden handles.
3. Plates, cups, boilers, etc should be of tin.
4. All eye glasses shall be of period type and construction with modern lens inserted. No modern eye glasses will be allowed at any time.
5. No modern or ceremonial medals of any type are to be worn on the uniform at any time.
6. Modern cigarettes are not permitted at any time