The Whylie One's Articles

"Offering simple fact, plain argument and common sense. Asking that predudices be put aside and views enlarged."

-Thomas Paine


Aaron Young

Uniform and Traps

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The Fatigue Blouse - By Aaron Young. Excellant article about the sack coats worn by most of the volunteer infantries from Southern Indiana: Cincinnati, Schuykill, and St. Louis Arsenals.

Ye Olde Canteen - By Aaron Young. Only 2% of U.S. Model 1858 canteens were issued with kersey blue covers. Read this for more information on how to improve your canteen without spending a dime.

The Rifle Sling Controversy "To Sling or Not to Sling...(Should it Really be a Question!)- By Aaron Young. How common was the rifle sling? Is it overused in today's living history community?

Did You know They Wore Braces in the 1860's?

- By Aaron Young. This is the beginners guide to suspenders.


First Person Impression

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The Veteran's Tongue-By Aaron Young and Joe Strauser. A glossary of terms you probably haven't heard. Now you'll know how to react when a veteran yell's at you to "BUNGAY!".


Bivouac Stories

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The Cox Family Massacre -In September of 1861, the small township of Unionville, Indiana witnessed a horrific scene of murder and mystery. This is based on actual events.