I.D. Disc from the 14^th Brooklyn, “The Red Legged Devil’s” – Julius Scudder, Co. C

Julius enlisted on August of 1862 and fought in all the major battles of the 14^th Brooklyn (also called it 84^th New York Infantry) until the regiment was mustered out in June of 1864.  At this time Julius transferred into the 5^th New York Infantry.  The disc is of the “AGAINST REBELLION, UNION WITH SHIELD, 1861” variety.  On the front is stamped:

JULIUS SCUDDER
CO. C
14^TH
REG.
N. Y. S. M.
BROOKLYN

At the battle of Gettysburg, the 14^th received the highest official praise for its gallantry in action.  At Gettysburg it fought in the 2^nd Brigade, 1^st Division of the 1^st Corps and suffered a loss of 217.  The disc has a beautiful uncleaned mellow patina. 

#A562 – Price $2,950