Local reenactor found.
For another lively discussion on the Civil War, seek out Lisa Waltz, a retired Middleton Township police officer who has been part of the civilian division of the 28th PA Volunteer Infantry for 20 years. She portrays a Vivandier. These were battlefield nurses who followed a particular regiment. Civil War Vivandier costumes varied from regiment to regiment, usually consisting of a knee-length skirt over trousers, a tunic and a hat. All costumes, however, were well-suited to the outdoor exercise required of them for living and marching with the regiment.
Also, found associated with Coppens Zouaves (note the same text as used in the article above)
For another lively discussion on the Civil War, seek out Lisa Waltz, a retired Middleton Township police officer who has been part of the civilian division of the 28th PA Volunteer Infantry for 20 years. She portrays a Vivandier. These were battlefield nurses who followed a particular regiment. Civil War Vivandier costumes varied from regiment to regiment, usually consisting of a knee-length skirt over trousers, a tunic and a hat. All costumes, however, were well-suited to the outdoor exercise required of them for living and marching with the regiment.
Living History in Neshaminy
The autumn sun burned bright in the sky, with temperatures ranging in the high 60s to low 70s. A day more fitting for a hike or a picnic by the Antietam Creek than for fighting. But before 5:30 a.m. the next day, 22,720 men would lie dead. Another...
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Also, found associated with Coppens Zouaves (note the same text as used in the article above)