Peter Tait jacket

[62nd ALA Pvt]

Im getting a PT jacket made for my 62nd ALA uniform but what other battles besides the battles of Mobile could I use it for?


Pvt. Owen Pierce
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[Yellowhammer]

Re: Peter Tait jacket

For good information on documented Tait jackets, I recommend reviewing Leslie D. Jensen's, "A Survey of Confederate Central Government Quartermaster Issue Jackets." This is a must read for any Confederate reenactor/living historian.

Part III includes great information on the Tait jackets that will go a long way towards answering your question.

[Ian M.]

Re: Peter Tait jacket

I would echo that source -- very helpful on Confederate shell jackets of all types.

Question on the Peter Tait that was a little vague though: are there any preserved versions in existence manufactured with the blue collar but without shoulder straps (as opposed to the wearer having removed them himself -- a common pracice apparently)?

[Richmond Depot]

Re: Peter Tait jacket

Ian,

The Maryland Historical Society is home to the Wm. Harrison Jacket which is a jacket of the pattern that you are referring to. The jacket is currently locked away off site while the building goes through a remodel.

Best,