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United States Army Recruiting Service Broadside, circa 1863

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Artifact Overview

At the outbreak of the Civil War, President Lincoln called for soldiers -- both regular and volunteer -- to help save the Union. Recruiters could use this 1863 poster to enlist men into the regular United States army. This broadside listed pay grades and other benefits available to those who signed up.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Broadside (Notice)

Date Made

circa 1863

Subject Date

circa 1863

Creators

Collection Title

Broadside Collection

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All

Object ID

2005.15.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 20 in
Width: 12 in

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United States Army Recruiting Service Broadside, circa 1863