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Stumbled across this picture recently:
It is reportedly of Robert Holman, 14th Tennessee, taken in May of 1861. That would put it right at the formation of the 14th and before its first issue of uniforms.
I was caught off guard by the weapon he is holding. From what I know about the 14th, at this time it would most likely be a flintlock, converted to percussion; probably a M1816/22. However, the rear sight and the contrast between the barrel and the bands are throwing me off. It appears it may be a M1841 rifle (I wish just a couple more inches of barrel were showing). I'm hoping someone who is better at IDing weapons can help me out.
If it is a Mississippi, that would be highly unusual for the 14th. I am not aware of any documentation of them carrying them. The 7th, yes, but not the 14th.
It is reportedly of Robert Holman, 14th Tennessee, taken in May of 1861. That would put it right at the formation of the 14th and before its first issue of uniforms.
I was caught off guard by the weapon he is holding. From what I know about the 14th, at this time it would most likely be a flintlock, converted to percussion; probably a M1816/22. However, the rear sight and the contrast between the barrel and the bands are throwing me off. It appears it may be a M1841 rifle (I wish just a couple more inches of barrel were showing). I'm hoping someone who is better at IDing weapons can help me out.
If it is a Mississippi, that would be highly unusual for the 14th. I am not aware of any documentation of them carrying them. The 7th, yes, but not the 14th.
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