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The Flag of the 54th Massachusetts

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Garry Adelman takes a look at remnants of the 54th Massachusetts flag in this episode of the War Department™ video series by the Civil War Trust.

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Morris Island, SC | July 18, 1863

Result: Confederate Victory

Estimated Casualties

1,689

Union
1,515

Confed.
174

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