Monday, February 23, 2015

Rust Removal and Soldier Scratchings

While removing rust from a breakthrough area on the face of this eagle plate, I noticed etchings on the backside.  The soldier looks to have carved a flag and perhaps some other items as well.  Camp boredom was a huge problem and many a soldier turned idle hands to carving whatever was handy.


2 comments:

Unknown said...

where are you located?

Unknown said...

I have a dug Eaglebreast plate. with rust going through at the eagles head I would like info on how to get in touch to discuss fixing it. Thanks.