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73rd New York Volunteer Infantry
73rd New York Volunteer Infantry

73rd New York Volunteer Infantry

$ 192.72

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Condition: New
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    Sculpted by Gary Casteel
    Size: 8” x 7” x 16”
    Weight: 9.9lbs
    1863 Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Monument Replicas
    The 73
    rd
    New York was commanded at the Battle of Gettysburg by Major Michael Burns while Colonel William R. Brewster commanded the brigade.  With its core formed by New York City firefighters, the 73
    rd
    New York was also known as the 2
    nd
    Fire Zouaves (and the 4
    th
    Excelsior for its position in the Excelsior Brigade).  In fierce fighting on July 2, 1863, Barksdale’s Mississippians drove the 73
    rd
    New York back, the rebels “firing and shrieking like Indians.”
    The monument is located on Sickles Avenue, in Gettysburg, PA, and was dedicated in 1897.
    PLEASE NOTE:
    Due to the Fragility of the figure on the top and to prevent breakage during shipping, this replica is shipped in two separate containers.
    Glue and directions are provided.
    Some assembly required.
    We offer free shipping anywhere within the Continental United States.  For shipping to Alaska and Hawaii, or for shipping overseas, please contact us for shipping rates.