Bruin the Bear: Life and Times of a Regimental Mascot
Life on the Civil War Research Trail
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Civl War regiments and mascots are well documented. In the 159th New York Infantry, a bear cub gifted to the men and officers became a fixture at the head of its column. Bruin the bear also occupied a prominent place in the hearts of the men. Here's his story.
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