Confederate Orders 2009

Welcome to the confederate military page. You will find all the information you'll need to participate as a Confederate soldier at the Skirmish at Wolcott Mill.

Command Staff;   

Colonel Nick Medich

Lt. Colonel John MacIntosh

Major Tom Jessep

Adj. Brian Coleman

Sgt Major  Brian Kirk

Staff Sergeants:

Guide / Recruiter Joseph Billingsley

Guide / Recruiter Sgt Rogers

Color Sgt. Gary Winsler

Rufus Felder

Confederate Guidelines for the Skirmish at Wolcott Mill
By written Chris Suppelsa / Edited by Dave Prince

2009 Event Standards

Purpose - The purpose of these guidelines is to attempt to recreate the men of the 7th Texas Infantry Regiment during the Chickamauga Campaign  ( September 18th through the 20th, 1863).    The 7th Texas was chosen because it opposed the 22nd Michigan & 89th Ohio Volunteer Infantries on Hill #3 during the actions on Horseshoe Ridge.  We have chosen the 7th Texas because of it's vaunted service after it's capture and parole at Fort Donelson. The 7th Texas fought in every major action of the Army of the Tennessee of the Confederate States of America.

The weather in Northern Georgia is very similar to what we experience in Michigan in September.

General Notes - As the purpose portraying the 7th Texas is to create a generic portrayal of the typical confederate Infantry unit that fought in the A.O.T.  in September of 1863.  We ask that there be no state or unit specific equipment in the ranks.

     It is acceptable for some men to be missing parts of their accoutrements. It would be nice to see some men go without bayonets and haversacks, but, let’s not go overboard on this (limited numbers only!!)

Please note - In order to create a more authentic environment  we will not allow the use of tennis shoes, sombreros or any 20th century items at this event. You will be asked to remove them. If you refuse you will not be allowed to participate. All animal parts will also need to be removed from kits. They are not period correct and need to be removed.

Due to the current economy - If your unit has new recruits we will allow work boots that are black or a dark brown in color. They must not have any metal showing. If they have metal grommets on the them, they must be dyed or painted to match the color of the boots.

All items are listed in  descending order of preference.


Headgear
Civilian Slouch Hat

Generic Confederate Kepi

Note- All headgear should be devoid of any decorations and/or animal parts.

Military Jackets ( It has come to light that the 7th had received depot Jackets at this time, we asked for frockcoats so you can be warmer in the fall temperatures.)

Untrimmed Confederate Frock Coat

Columbus Depot Jackets

Commutation Jackets

Note - Richmond Depot II's (these were not issued yet). If you need to use this jacket it can easily be converted by adding black tape on the collar and cuffs. Please refer to the original pictures above for reference

Shirts
Confederate Issue Shirt
Civilian Shirt

Trousers
Richmond Depot Trousers
Civilian Trousers
Captured Federal Trousers - ( Sky Blue only )

note - Hill's Light Division had been at Harpers Ferry prior to joining Lee at Antietam. They would have had access to the captured Federal stores there. Sky Blue trousers would have seen in the "Light Division's" ranks

Drawers
Confederate Issue Drawers
Civilian Drawers

Socks
Confederate Issue Socks
Civilian Socks

Note- Every participant is encouraged to bring at least 2 pairs of socks. There will be the possibility of a water crossing during the tactical on Saturday. 

Shoes
Confederate Issue Shoes

Captured Federal Shoes

Imported English Shoes

Belts

Roller Buckle Belt

Captured Federal Belt

“Georgia Frame” Belt

Forked Tongue Belt

Imported English Belt

Cap Boxes

Confederate Manufacture Cap Box

Captured Federal Cap Box

Imported English Cap Box

Scabbards
Confederate Manufacture Scabbard

Federal 2 Rivet Cap Scabbard

Imported English Scabbard

Cartridge Boxes

Confederate Manufacture Cartridge Box

Captured Federal Cartridge Box

Imported English Cartridge Box

Haversacks
Confederate Manufacture Haversack

Captured Federal Haversack

Haversacks made of period correct homespun or tapestry material (limited quantities)

Canteens

Confederate Manufacture Canteen
Captured Federal Canteen (Preferably with a cotton strap)

Firearms
M1862 Richmond Rifle
M1853 Enfield Rifled Musket

M1861 Springfield rifle

Note - It is recommended that all firearms be “defarbed”. This is not a requirement but is an excellent way to improve your personal impression

Blanket
Confederate Blanket

Civilian Blanket – (Civilian wool blankets with proper identifications)

Captured Federal Blanket (limited numbers)

Period correct coverlets

Quilts (limited quantities)

Note – There is very little evidence that quilts were used in any large numbers by  Confederate soldiers during the war. Historical research does point to some use of coverlets by troops in the later part of the war. Most evidence points to Confederate issue blankets. The Battle of Gettysburg had just been fought there would be a large presence Federal issue blankets in the ranks. Several dairies and journals point out that a Federal blanket was a prize to be taken by all Confederate troops.

Ground cloth
Confederate Painted Blanket

Civilian Oilcloth

Overcoat (Optional)

Confederate Issue Overcoat

Federal Enlisted Man’s Overcoat

Civilian Overcoat

Tentage - (Confederate Troops will be in a fixed camp)

Colonel Medich has requested a Garrison Camp for Wolcott Mill. First preference for tentage is  A- Frames. Sibleys would also be correct. We understand that the Army of Tennessee was on campaign without canvas. The Event has agreed for the use of canvas due to the possibility of cooler temperatures of October nights. 

A-Frame Tents

Tent flies

Federal Shelter Half  (limited numbers)

Note – If carried, you should carry only one shelter half. Iron tent pegs (ARE DISCOURAGED.)  If you use a shelter tent we would prefer  that it is pitched as a shebang.

If you have an A – Frame or a Tent Fly please bring them. We wish to portray an Authentic Confederate Camp. There was very little use of shelter tents by the Confederate Army during the War Between the States.  

Knapsacks

Confederate Manufacture Knapsack

Blanket Roll

Captured Federal Knapsack

Imported English Knapsack
 

Note - All participants are encouraged to wear knapsacks and/or blanket rolls into battle. We are portraying a Confederate unit on the move and they would be carrying all personal items and equipment with them.

Mess Gear
As a rule, all participants should possess a cup, plate and utensils. It is recommended that all participants form into “messes” of 2-4 men in order to divide the workload and to carry mess equipment such as a hatchet, skillet, small coffee pot etc…

Personal Items
All personal items such as cards, nightcaps, and pipes are permitted, as long as they are appropriate to October 1863. However, bear in mind that you are portraying a soldier on campaign, and would have to carry all of your possessions with you.