Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Horatio Staples of Bangor, a sergeant in Co. G of the 2nd Maine received this gift of a regimental flag. Staples, who fought in both battles of Bull Run, enlisted in May 1861. When he was mustered out in June 1863, he was a 1st lieutenant.
Sgt. William J. Deane of Bangor of Co. A carried the flag for the regiment. A label on the back of the flag tells its story:
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About This Item
- Title: 2nd Maine Regiment flag fragment, 1861
- Creation Date: circa 1861
- Subject Date: 1861
- Location: USA
- Media: Silk, cloth
- Dimensions: 14.7 cm x 7.9 cm
- Local Code: 3903*
- Object Type: Physical Object
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- Gifts
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- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
- United States. Army. Maine Infantry Regiment, 2nd (1861-1863). Company G
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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