July 1st, 1863 was the first day of the epic Battle of Gettysburg. To commemorate, I thought I would post an image of three objects in our collection that are significant to that day. And it doesn't come more significant than this!
In the photo you see above are the sword belt, sash, and saddle of Union General John F. Reynolds. He was wearing the sword belt and sash, and riding on the saddle when he was shot an killed while leading the Iron Brigade forward that morning. These items were given to the Reynolds family just days after his death. They were donated to the Museum in the 1930's.
These are some of my favorite items. They are both historically significant and poignant.
In the photo you see above are the sword belt, sash, and saddle of Union General John F. Reynolds. He was wearing the sword belt and sash, and riding on the saddle when he was shot an killed while leading the Iron Brigade forward that morning. These items were given to the Reynolds family just days after his death. They were donated to the Museum in the 1930's.
These are some of my favorite items. They are both historically significant and poignant.
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