c. 1866-1880 INDIAN WARS PERIOD, 9TH US CAVALRY BLACK "BUFFALO SOLDIER" REGIMENT, CROSSED SABERS DESIGN WITH CENTRAL "9" HEADGEAR BADGE INSIGNIA, WITH ATTACHMENT LOOPS, Choice Very Fine.
This Headgear Brass Badge represents the historic 9th US Cavalry Buffalo Soldier Regiment which played a crucial role in the Indian Wars of 1866-97. This US Cavalry Insignia features two Crossed Sabers with a central "9" symbolizing the 9th Cavalry unit. This example appears used as it has a rich dark natural age patina with only traces of its original brass luster present. Measures about 2.75" x 1.25". An important known Buffalo Soldier Regimental badge is a nice addition to any collection and will make a great conversation piece.
"On 28 July 1866, the 39th Congress of the United States passed an Act to improve the Peace establishment of the nation. This Act authorized the formation of additional regiments in the US Army, (2) Cavalry and (4) Infantry. For the first time in the nation's history these new Regular Army Regiments were to consist of Black Enlisted Soldiers.
The 9th Cavalry was organized on 21 September 1866 at Greenville, Louisiana, a town near New Orleans. Colonel Edward Hatch, a Veteran cavalryman and former general officer in the recently concluded Civil War, was selected to be the Regiment's First Commander.
The 9th Cavalry, along with its sister regiment the 10th Cavalry, became known as the "Buffalo Soldier" regiments; a title of respect bestowed by the Indians they fought. The 4th Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment traces its lineage to the formation of Company D, 9th Cavalry Regiment and the 6th Squadron, 9th Cavalry traces its lineage to Company F."
An original period insignia badge in excellent condition is a rare find for collectors and American history buffs alike. |