Bugler patch id

[johnkris]

I found this patch and I'm thinking 1903 Army Bugler patch, uncut. A correction or confirmation would be appreciated.

 

[Dan Kohli]

It definitely looks like one of the post Civil War patches.

 

[Rhea Cole]

I found this patch and I'm thinking 1903 Army Bugler patch, uncut. A correction or confirmation would be appreciated.

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This a "bent bugle." That was the symbol of the infantry. Post war it was replaced by crossed rifles.

Original examples of the infantry "bent bugle" insignia.

During the Civil War there was no official bugler or musician sleeve patch. Informal patches were created by units.

Philippine Insurrection 1903 - 1904 PFC Private 1st Class Infantry Bugler Patch