Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Granville Sparrow of Portland, who enlisted in Co. A of the 17th Maine in 1862 and moved through the ranks. He was promoted to Captain of Co. B in July 1864.
Sparrow (1836-1907) wore this cartridge belt during 30 engagements during the war.After the war, he returned to the Portland area.
About This Item
- Title: Granville Sparrow's cartridge belt, ca. 1862
- Creation Date: circa 1861
- Subject Date: circa 1861
- Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: Canvas, metal
- Local Code: 1998.453.18
- Collection: Capt. Granville F. Sparrow Civil War collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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- Belts
- Soldiers--Maine
- Sparrow, Granville Fontaine, 1837-1907--Associated objects
- Uniforms
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Equipment & supplies
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Equipment and supplies
- United States. Army. Maine Infantry Regiment, 17th (1861-1865)
- Weapons and ammunition
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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