There are some things that don’t need their own site, or even a special link. But we have some pages that you might find useful for yourself or your unit. We offer these free of charge, we just ask that you credit us if you plan on using them.
Hey, we’re on YouTube now!!!
Here’s a YouTube video about Civil War Stationery items
And here’s one on How to Make Patriotic Envelopes
Notes about the Label Set DCW402 – Labels from the Bertrand
Interested in our labels? here’s some documentation about them from where they were found, the Desoto National Wildlife Refuge.
Mid 19th Century Handwriting Guide
Here’s a link to a handwriting guide from (of all places) an 1853 math school book.
Civil War Pay Calculator
Need to pay the troops? Here’s an Excel spreadsheet that will help you calculate the exact number of bills you will need. You may need to copy the link and paste it into a new tab to download the worksheet. Call us and order after you decide. We offer special rates on bulk currency purchases.
How to write with a Quill Pen
A quick note on how to write with a quill or steel nib pen. Also, how to fold the paper as most were folded when mailed in Colonial times. (Hint: They didn’t have envelopes or ZIP codes.)
How Letters Were Folded and Addressed in Colonial Times
How to fold the paper as most were folded when mailed in Colonial times. Also, a quick note on how to write with a quill or steel nib pen. (Hint: They didn’t have envelopes or ZIP codes.)
More coming soon!