Friday, June 7, 2013

May 2, 1861---The Fire Zouaves



MAY 2, 1861:       

 Troops from various States continue to be raised and rushed to the defense of Washington D.C., still at risk of being isolated by secessionists. Arriving today were the Fire Zouaves from New York. Their “Turkish” looking costumes of baggy red pants, short blue jackets, and fezzes were very distinctive.


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