“Old Abe” the battle eagle of the 8^th Wisconsin flew over his regiments’ troops in 1862.  By 1863, the eagle had become famous and the 8^th was known as the “Eagle Regiment.”  There are numerous CDVs of “Old Abe” – most not from life and post-war (he lived to a ripe old age).  When have you seen a from life, what we believe to be war-date view of this famous mascot?  “Old Abe” is perched on the mussel of a 12 pound Napoleon cannon with a flag in the background.  The photographer is E. R. Curtis of Madison, Wisconsin.   The photo is in excellent condition. 

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