The Lightning Brigade, also known as Wilder's Brigade or the Hatchet Brigade was a mounted infantry brigade from the American Civil War in the Union Army of the Cumberland from March 8, 1863, through
Wilder Brigade Monument at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
Wilder Tower, early 20th century postcard
The 17th Indiana Infantry Regiment, also known as 17th Indiana Mounted Infantry Regiment, was an infantry and mounted infantry regiment that served in the Union Army from 1863 to 1865 during the Ameri
An 1862 Spencer Rifle with sling and bayonet. As part of the "Wilder Lightning Brigade" the 17th was among the first units fighting in the Civil War to receive the Spencer repeating rifle.
Springfield Model 1861, issued weapon
Spencer Rifle, issued weapon
Spencer seven-shot carbine, issued weapon