79th New York Highlanders Reg.

**beloitpiper** · 30th October 08, 05:58 PM

Originally Posted by Kilted Rogue

Do you have a source that says they didnt wear the Kilt?

and since we are being so specific that blue is called Kersy Blue.

The re-enactors claim the kilt was worn only for parades, never into battle.

**Kilted Rogue** · 30th October 08, 06:31 PM

Originally Posted by beloitpiper

The re-enactors claim the kilt was worn only for parades, never into battle.

The re-enactors claim that the kilt wasn't worn in battle. So seeing as i am planning to do a quasi parade, the kilt would be appropriate

Historicly speaking is there any evidence of the kilt in battle or just mustering for battle in pants?

I know that re-enactors do tremendous amounts of research in to putting there kits together. Making sure that they are portraying that slice of history as close as they can. I lived with one for 25 years (my father) i can appreciate the attention to detail that these people put in to there work. I don't want to step on anyones toes who does this as a full time hobby. This is my research that i am doing now to better prepare for a program that i am apart of.

**macneighill** · 30th October 08, 06:43 PM

Originally Posted by Kilted Rogue

Historicly speaking is there any evidence of the kilt in battle or just mustering for battle in pants?

There was a battle report from First Manassas that, only one member of the Regiment wore a kilt into that battle. I don't remember where that source is though

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**macneighill** · 30th October 08, 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by Kilted Rogue

The re-enactors claim that the kilt wasn't worn in battle. So seeing as i am planning to do a quasi parade, the kilt would be appropriate

I think the mentality with that is, most reenactors prefer to portray the "typical" or "common" soldier. Which is fine, btw. Specialty impressions are a little more complex, per se. It takes a lot more research, a LOT more money and such, to give the most accurate portrayal. I know, my impression is a specialty impression. I portray a Surgeon or, an Assistant Surgeon (depending on the event). My impression is one of the most expensive ones in the hobby. I have one surgical kit that costs $700 (and that's the small one), the other kit I want runs $18,000 (these are just the surgical kits, nothing else). That one is a capital surgical kit. So yes, specialty impressions are more complex but, are a lot of fun too.

So, if I were you, I'd go through with it. As for wearing what the actual 79th wore, research what they wore and imitate it

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Originally Posted by Kilted Rogue

I know that re-enactors do tremendous amounts of research in to putting there kits together. Making sure that they are portraying that slice of history as close as they can. I lived with one for 25 years (my father) i can appreciate the attention to detail that these people put in to there work. I don't want to step on anyones toes who does this as a full time hobby. This is my research that i am doing now to better prepare for a program that i am apart of.

You are right about that. However, the hobby has been plagued with those that, just put on something that "looks" right. And at the same time, its been plagued by what's called a "stitch counter". Creating an ongoing war between the two views. I'm not saying both are bad. Just whatever it is you do, do it historically accurate. Research documents on the 79th (i.e. organization, uniforms, reports, records, etc.) and, do the best you can. Besides, it seems that Rachel is great wealth of knowledge of the 79th NY . . stick with it.

**BoldHighlander** · 30th October 08, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by macneighill

Besides, it seems that Rachel is great wealth of knowledge of the 79th NY . . stick with it.

As a fellow researcher of the period, and a source for two books on Confederate guerrilla Capt. Champ Ferguson (my ACW 1st person impression) plus a source for an upcoming book on the Hessians during the AWI (shameless plugs & about the only time I shall do that), I'd strongly concur with the above statement.
Stick with Rachel

**79thReproductions** · 31st October 08, 12:27 AM

Billy here is some information on the glengarry with some pictures.

I just uploaded some pictures of my latest glengarry. I have not added the insignia yet. Appropriate insignia is a New York Excelsior badge (Same emblem as can be seen on the NY30 Button) This badge could be placed on the glengarry by itself or on a ribbon, 1/2" Brass "79" forward of the NY badge, silver thistle. (usually placed over the 79 forward of the badge).