Washington, D.C. Company I, 9th Veteran Reserve Corps, At Washington Circle (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Washington, D.C. Company I, 9th Veteran Reserve Corps, at Washington Circle (U.S. Civil War)': This artifact represents a unit of the U.S. Army during the American Civil War, specifically Company I of the 9th Veteran Reserve Corps. The image was captured at Washington Circle in Washington D.C., the capital city of the United States. Established in June 1863, the 9th Veteran Reserve Corps was a regiment composed of veterans from earlier units who were re-enlisted for service. The corps was primarily involved in guard duty and occupation duties, contributing to the preservation of the Union during the final stages of the Civil War. This piece offers a historical glimpse into the military operations and daily life of these soldiers during this significant period in U.S. history.