5040 - “Ruth” Young Woman in Day Dress with Parasol, 1855-68 John Jenkins Designs American Civil War the warring states at the

the warring states at the time did not keep accurate records

divisional artillery always included three 75mm battalions with 12 guns each

” This man enjoys a mess-tin of hot food

and Anchor device on the crown

5040 - “Ruth” Young Woman in Day Dress with Parasol, 1855-68 John Jenkins Designs American Civil War the warring states at theRuth Young Woman in Day Dress with Parasol, 1855 68 This stylish young woman is out for a promenade around the village green. She has all the most fashionable details that highlight her best physical features. The width of the classic 1860s hoop skirt is emphasized by the geometric design worked in black soutache braid around the hemline. The width of the skirt also highlights the narrowness of her young waist. Soutache is again used to draw the eye