Confederate Tennessee Soldier's Uniform Shadow Box Captain James L. McGann

Postwar Tennessee Confederate veteran’s frock coat, preserved by descent in the McGann–Spencer family and attributed to Capt. James L. McGann (1840–1915) of Franklin, Tennessee. Accompanying family genealogical notes and a memorial published in Confederate Veteran record McGann’s service with Barteau’s 2nd Tennessee Regiment, Morton’s Battery, Bell’s Brigade, Jackson’s Division, Forrest’s Cavalry, including actions at Parker’s Cross Roads, Fort Pillow, Memphis, Brice’s Cross Roads, Franklin, and others. The coat retains its brass buttons, decorative cuff braid, and veteran association badges, and is offered with the family papers supporting its historic provenance and descent.

Origin: Tennessee
Dimensions: 27 1/2" W x 44" H
Condition: Holes at the shoulders, collar, cuffs, and hem. Accompanied by a letter and newspaper clippings.
Provenance: Capt. James L. McGann (1840–1915); by descent in the McGann–Spencer family.

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Dimensions
44 x 27.5 in