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Belt, Sword

Object Name:
Belt, Sword
Object ID:
2005.002.04
Date:
1861-1864
Description:
Sword belt, part of Civil War uniform of Capt. George F. Goodwin (1836-1864) of Somersworth, NH, Company D, 5th New Hampshire Regiment. Black leather. Cream-colored leather lining. Brass buckle with eagle, laurel branches, and "E PLURIBUS UNUM". Three leather straps attached to main belt. Four brass clips and one brass hook.
Material:
Tissue
Leather
Metal
Brass
Provenance:
Descended in George F. Goodwin's family to donor.
Credit Line:
Gift of the George E. Lord Family
Subjects:
Civil War
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