7th N.Y. State Militia, Camp Cameron, D.C., 1861 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

The '7th New York State Militia, Camp Cameron, D.C., 1861' refers to a military unit that played a role during the American Civil War. This militia was formed in response to the secession of southern states and the ensuing conflict between the Union (Northern states) and the Confederacy (Southern states). Camp Cameron, specifically located in Washington D.C., served as their temporary base camp. The 7th New York State Militia was active during the early stages of the war, contributing to various military operations in the Eastern Theater. Their involvement underscores the widespread mobilization and collective effort by the Union forces to maintain the territorial integrity of the United States.