During the Civil War, over 76,000 Iowa men, which was about 11% of the state's population, joined the military. Belt buckles like this one were part of the uniforms that these Iowans, and soldiers across the Union, wore. Content can be used with the following standards: SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History in a lesson on Iowa's involvement in the Civil War. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.047.002 [Buckle, Belt]
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