This is an excavated US belt plate with arrow hooks located behind the U. This is an early 1860's design with the lead filled back. The arrow hooks are located behind the U, made for the right handed wearer. The plate measures approximately 3 3/8" in width and 2 1/4" high. The brass face displays well, showing just a couple of small surface scratches and dimples here and there. The brass has taken on a dark brownish patina. The raised border as well as the US letters are very crisp and stand tall! There is just a small bend on the right side of the plate near the edge. It is only noticeable when viewed from the side. All three hooks are present and intact. This one is from the same collection of the 1851 belt plate recovered in Louisiana. It came with a card stating that it was recovered in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. On July 12 - 13, 1863 the Battle of Kock's Plantation took place in the afore mentioned parish. Two Union divisions under the commands of Major General Godfrey Weitzel and Major General Cuvier Grover fought two Confederate brigades under the command of Brigadier General Tom Green. This action was part of Union General Taylor's Louisiana campaign to rid the Rebel presence near Port Hudson. The two Union division entered bayou LaFourche on each side. After the two fight, the Union forces withdrew with 430 casualties. The Confederate losses were minor with only 33 casualties. The area remained in Confederate hands and the battle was considered a Union loss. This will make an excellent addition to your excavated collection.

Item # AA926

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