Kepis Collection

A Dawn, 1914, pub.1915 (etching)
5051349 A Dawn, 1914, pub.1915 (etching) by Nevinson, Christopher Richard Wynne (1889-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dawn, 1914, pub)

Cap from Fruit of Islam uniform, ca. 1960. Creator: Unknown
Navy blue cap with black patent leather bill; Nation of Islam crescent moon and star present at front center. The Fruit of Islam (FOI) is the security and disciplinary wing of the Nation of Islam

Youthful Union soldier wearing a kepi, c. 1862 (b / w photo)
834317 Youthful Union soldier wearing a kepi, c.1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Close-up oval tintype portrait of an anonymous)

Confederate 32-pounder cannon and militia gunners overlooking the entrance into Pensacola
834316 Confederate 32-pounder cannon and militia gunners overlooking the entrance into Pensacola Bay, Florida, prior to the American Civil War, March 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Union mortars in Battery Weed on Morris Island, South Carolina, 1863 (b / w photo)
869216 Union mortars in Battery Weed on Morris Island, South Carolina, 1863 (b/w photo) by Hs and Peale (fl.1839-57); Private Collection; (add.info)

New York artillerymen with a heavy gun in Fort Corcoran, spring 1862 (b / w photo)
869215 New York artillerymen with a heavy gun in Fort Corcoran, spring 1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonel Tyler and the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery at Fort Richardson
869207 Colonel Tyler and the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery at Fort Richardson, late 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bearded Col. Robert O)

Blockhouse near Fort Haggerty on the Arlington Ridge Road, Virginia
867763 Blockhouse near Fort Haggerty on the Arlington Ridge Road, Virginia, helping guard the Aqueduct Bridge, c.1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

General Joffre investing General Balfourier with the Star of the Legion of Honour
STC359658 General Joffre investing General Balfourier with the Star of the Legion of Honour, 1914-19 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Officers posing with a heavy gun outside Washington, D. C. ca. 1862 (b / w photo)
869213 Officers posing with a heavy gun outside Washington, D. C. ca. 1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery manning guns in Fort Richardson, late 1861 (b / w photo)
867762 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery manning guns in Fort Richardson, late 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Federal 10-inch mortar battery on Morris Island, SC, 1865 (b / w photo)
867774 Federal 10-inch mortar battery on Morris Island, SC, 1865 (b/w photo) by Cooley, Samuel A. (fl.1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pair of 10-inch Union seacoast mortars and their crew)

Heavy gun in Fort Woodbury, Virginia, 1861 (b / w photo)
869209 Heavy gun in Fort Woodbury, Virginia, 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Dawn, 1914, pub. 1915. Creator: Christopher Richard Wynne Nevinson (1889 –
A Dawn, 1914, pub. 1915 (etching)

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"Preserving History: The Iconic Kepis of the Civil War Era" Step back in time to the 1860s, where youthful Union soldiers proudly don their kepis, a symbol of their dedication and bravery. In a captivating black and white photograph from c. 1862, we witness the spirit of these young warriors as they stand tall, ready to defend their beliefs. Meanwhile, overlooking the entrance into Pensacola stands a Confederate 32-pounder cannon guarded by militia gunners. Their eyes fixed on the horizon, they epitomize resilience and determination amidst turbulent times. Traveling further south to Morris Island in South Carolina, we encounter Union mortars stationed in Battery Weed. This striking black and white image from 1863 captures not only the might of these weapons but also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period. In Fort Corcoran during spring 1862, New York artillerymen pose with a heavy gun. Their proud stance reflects their commitment to protect what they hold dear - an embodiment of loyalty that resonates throughout history. Colonel Tyler leads his troops from the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery at Fort Richardson. A testament to leadership and camaraderie within military ranks can be seen in this powerful scene frozen in time. Venturing towards Virginia's Arlington Ridge Road lies a blockhouse near Fort Haggerty - an architectural marvel that safeguarded lives during those uncertain days. Its presence reminds us of fortitude even when faced with adversity. Across continents, General Joffre invests General Balfourier with the Star of Legion d'Honneur - an honor bestowed upon those who exemplify valor beyond measure. This momentous occasion showcases international recognition for acts deserving utmost praise. Outside Washington D. C. , officers strike poses alongside heavy guns circa 1862 - capturing both strength and pride emanating from these brave souls entrusted with protecting our nation's capital.