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Item Code: 1211-103
The US Signal Corps was integral to the Union’s Civil War victory by facilitating communication between commanders and troops. The Corps used a system of flags, flares, and torches to transmit messages, and relied on telegraph for more long-distance communication. Due to their enlistment numbers relative to the rest of the Army, their specific GAR items are increasingly difficult to find and collect.
This badge features a yellow ribbon and with pin bar and medallion. The ribbon is plain and lightly frayed, primarily along the left edge and lower portion where it is fixed to the medallion loop. A small piece of adhesive Velcro remains affixed near the top fold. The medallion has a crossed signal flag and torch motif, while the pin bar features an extended telescope. Border text reads “SIGNAL CORPS/ 1861 – U.S.A. – 1865”. The reverse has a GAR seal at center, surrounded by an ornate wreath. No manufacturer casting markings are noted.
A rare Signal Corps veteran item– a veritable necessity for the Grand Army of the Republic and/or Civil War collector. [cm][ph:L]
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