Vivandière, n.d. (c.1861-1865?)
Scope and Contents
Stereoview of a Vivandière playing her drum. Identified on the reverse with a paper label "The Daughter of the Regiment." Vivandieres, sometimes known as cantinieres, were women who followed the army to provide support for the troops. Often, a vivandiere would have been a young woman the daughter of an officer or wife of a non-commissioned officer who wore a uniform and braved battles to provide care for wounded soldiers on the battlefield.
Dates
- n.d. (c.1861-1865?)
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.2 Cubic Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
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Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
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