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Photographer: Tom Bosse
Taken: July 31, 2016
Caption: 7th U.S. Infantry / 44th U.S. Infantry
Additional Description: The 7th U.S. Infantry Regiment comprised the heart of the regular army in the defense of New Orleans. More than 400 strong, the 7th Infantry fought valiantly on the American right, repulsing the British advance. They gained the nickname "the Cottonbalers" from the cotton bales used in the defensive rampart. The cotton bale is picture on the regimental crest with the unit's motto "Willing and Able". The 7th Infantry has served its country with distinction in every major conflict since this battle. The 44th U.S. Infantry Regiment, comprised of many native Louisianians, engaged in fierce combat during the December 23 night battle. On January 8 they held the center of the American line near the main British charge.
Submitted: December 13, 2016, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee.
Database Locator Identification Number: p372164
File Size: 1.852 Megabytes

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