Camp N. P. Banks, Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d Afrique

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Camp N. P. Banks, Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d Afrique

Camp N. P. Banks, Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d Afrique Above Nicetown Lane near Germantown, Pa. /. Print shows soldiers relaxing at encampment of regiment raised by Charles H.T. Collis. Date 1862. Camp N. P. Banks, Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d Afrique Above Nicetown Lane near Germantown, Pa. /. Print shows soldiers relaxing at encampment of regiment raised by Charles H.T. Collis. Date 1862

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Banks Dafrique Lane Regiment Zouaves

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Camp N.P. Banks, Col. Collis Regiment of Zouaves d'Afrique: A Moment of Respite Above Nicetown Lane, Germantown, Pennsylvania, 1862 This evocative print captures a moment of relaxation and camaraderie among the soldiers of the Col. Collis Regiment of Zouaves d'Afrique, encamped above Nicetown Lane in Germantown, Pennsylvania, during the American Civil War in 1862. The regiment, raised by Charles H.T. Collis, was composed primarily of French-speaking immigrants from Algeria and other French territories in North Africa, making them one of the many foreign-born regiments that answered the call to defend the United States. The soldiers in the print are seen gathered around a large campfire, some playing cards or smoking pipes, while others engage in animated conversation. The scene is idyllic, with the soldiers' colorful uniforms and the rolling hills of Pennsylvania providing a picturesque backdrop. However, the soldiers' relaxed demeanor belies the harsh realities of military life and the impending danger they faced. The print offers a glimpse into the daily life of these soldiers, who spent their days drilling, training, and preparing for battle. Despite the challenges they faced, the regiment went on to see action in several major battles, including the Second Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of Fredericksburg. The Col. Collis Regiment of Zouaves d'Afrique played a crucial role in the Union's efforts to preserve the United States and end the Civil War. This print is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these soldiers, who left their homes and families to defend a country that was not their own. It also serves as a testament to the diversity of the Union army and the important role that immigrant soldiers played in the outcome of the Civil War.

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