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October 9, 1863
The Manitowoc Pilot
Manitowoc, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
What is this article about?
Presentation of a new blue silk flag to the 17th regiment in the Governor's room, commemorating victories at Corinth (Oct. 4, 1863), Champion Hills, and Vicksburg (July 4, 1863). The flag honors the regiment's bravery and fallen comrades. Crafted elegantly in Chicago.
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New Color for the 17th.-We saw a new color for the 17th regiment in the Governor's room to-day. It is of blue silk, fringed with yellow, showing in the center on each side, the suggestive front and back views of the State arms. Beautifully painted and gilded. Above and below, in gilt letters, on scrolls of a crimson ground, are "Corinth, Oct. 4th. 1863," and "Champion Hills and Vicksburg. July 4th. 1863." The color and staff are elegantly finished, the materials being of the best, and the work done in the choicest style of the art in Chicago.
This flag will be dear to the eyes of the gallant boys of the 17th, because it bears a record that proves their devoted bravery, and is hallowed by the memory of many a fallen comrade, whose blood tinges every victory. They will proudly bear it in their midst, and when occasion presents, enlarge the number of its triumphs.-
Madison Patriot
This flag will be dear to the eyes of the gallant boys of the 17th, because it bears a record that proves their devoted bravery, and is hallowed by the memory of many a fallen comrade, whose blood tinges every victory. They will proudly bear it in their midst, and when occasion presents, enlarge the number of its triumphs.-
Madison Patriot
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Military Action
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
17th Regiment
Regimental Flag
Civil War
Corinth Battle
Vicksburg
Champion Hills
What entities or persons were involved?
17th Regiment
Where did it happen?
Governor's Room
Story Details
Key Persons
17th Regiment
Location
Governor's Room
Event Date
1863
Story Details
A new regimental flag is presented to the 17th regiment, featuring inscriptions of battles at Corinth, Champion Hills, and Vicksburg, symbolizing their bravery and honoring fallen comrades.