Authentic Civil War Union Soldier Uniform and Rifle - Historical Reenactment Image #3341085 (License: Personal Use)

The soldier wears a standard U.S. Army enlisted uniform from the American Civil War era: a dark blue wool frock coat with brass buttons, sky-blue trousers, black leather boots, and a forage cap (kepi). He carries a Model 1861 Springfield rifle-musket fitted with a triangular socket bayonet, and wears a black leather cartridge box and belt with brass eagle plate. His posture suggests readiness for drill or combat, capturing the discipline and appearance of mid-1860s Federal troops.

This image is commonly used on educational history websites, museum exhibits, Civil War reenactment group pages, and curriculum resources to illustrate Union infantry equipment and attire. It serves users seeking visual references for academic projects, costume design, or historical accuracy verification.