Drum Major of the
146th New York Infantry
(Garrard's Tigers)

The 146th New York Infantry was recruited in Oneida County New York during the late summer of 1862 by Colonel Kenner Garrard and were given the nickname the "5th Oneida Regiment." The regiment first went to war wearing the standard issue blue uniform of the Federal Army and in June of 1863 were issued the Light blue and yellow trimmed Zouave uniform seen here. The 146th New York wore this uniform as they helped defend Little Round Top during the battle of Gettysburg and throughout the remainder of their service in the American Civil War. The 146th participated in the Battle of the Wilderness VA in May of 1864 where they took part in the bloody fighting in Saunders' Field. This depiction was based off of the surviving uniform of Principal Musician W. Beriah Chandler who served with the 146th New York.

Oil on Linen Canvas
Image Size: 16in x 20in
Year Created 2008
Status: Private Collection
Private Commission
Price: Original Oil Sold