A Wisconsin Civil War Story |
---|
Sergeant Major George Driggs of Company E, 8th Wisconsin Infantry, introduced readers of his 1864 memoir to the regiment's mascot and most famous member. |
Civil War Mascot, 8th Wisconsin Infantry |
---|
Read about the war eagle who served as the mascot of the 8th Wisconsin Infantry. This article contains links to original documents, images, and accounts. |
Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story |
---|
Eagle feather from Old Abe, the mascot of the 8th Regiment of the Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. (Museum object #1972.59) |
Creating the Wisconsin Territory |
---|
Discover the story of Wisconsin's first elections and how the state was divided into its present-day areas. |
If you didn't find the material you searched for, our Library Reference Staff can help.
Call our reference desk at 608-264-6535 or email us at: