Civil War-Era Military-Issue U.S. Regimental Drum explosion proof shade These five antique cast iron

These five antique cast iron bases were used as flag holders for school rooms

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and government agencies

it can be assumed that this piece dates back to the 1910s/1920s

managed to make it through the Civil War and WWI unscathed

Civil War-Era Military-Issue U.S. Regimental Drum explosion proof shade These five antique cast ironc. 1860s; United States Military Issue Painted regimental field drum featuring a bold shield emblem with "U. S." lettering over red and gold stripes. Constructed with a cylindrical wooden body and iron tension fittings, the drum retains its original top head and displays extensive surface crazing to the painted finish, adding to its battlefield authenticity. Civil War field drums were used to regulate marching cadence, signal commands, and maintain