A Zouave Uniform "Just Short of Spectacular"

This soldier wears the uniform of the D'Epineuil Zouaves, an early war regiment that mustered into federal service as the 53rd New York Infantry. Named after its commander, Col. Lionel Jobert D'Epineuil, the men wore uniforms modeled after those worn by French Imperial Zouaves from the colonel's home country.
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[@kennethswain6313]

That is interesting quirk of early photography. Thanks for bringing us the story of this very different regiment

[@JA51711]

Excellent research. Thank you!

[@vickyrosinamkrause5285]

Visiting Military museum in Saratogo. Came across a write about Zouave regiment. The uniform must have looked impressive. ❤

[@abrahamoyevaar2226]

I'm sorry I didn't understand the above statement.

[@chehuicho]

french souaves kick ass by mexican army in 1862

[@HesJustaPoorBoyNobodylovesHim]

Confederates, and The Louisiana Tigers are the only ones to wear this is in honor. Not New York