John Jenkins Designs 39GG-09 Standard Bearer, 39th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment

John Jenkins Designs 39GG-09 Standard Bearer, 39th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment.

The 39th New York Infantry Regiment, known as the "Garibaldi Guard" after the Italian revolutionary, Giuseppe Garibaldi, was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
This regiment was mustered in New York city by the Union Defense Committee, under the leadership of Col. Frederick George D'Utassy by special authority from the war department during the civil war of the United States.

The 39th, the "Garibaldi Guard," recruited in New York City, was composed of three Hungarian companies, three German, one Swiss, one Italian, one French, one Spanish and one Portuguese, most of whose members had already seen active service.
It was mustered into the U. S. service at New York, May 28, 1861, for three years and left the state for Washington, D.C. on the same day. Camp Grinnell was established near Alexandria, Va., and occupied until July 17, when the 39th participated in the movement of the army toward Manassas with the 1st brigade, 5th division, though in the battle of Bull Run the regiment was only slightly engaged.

Frederick George D'Utassy (November 26th 1827 - May 5th 1892) was an officer in the Union Army in the American Civil War who led the famous "Garibaldi Guard" or the 39th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment from 1861 to 1863. The flamboyant Colonel was court martialed in1863 for fraud and conduct prejudicial to military discipline.

John Jenkins Designs, often simply known as John Jenkins, is a well-known manufacturer of high-quality toy soldiers and military miniatures. Founded by John Jenkins, a passionate collector and enthusiast of military history, the company has gained a strong reputation for producing finely crafted and historically accurate miniature figurines.

John Jenkins Designs specializes in producing miniature figures spanning various historical periods, including ancient civilizations, medieval knights, Napoleonic wars, World War I, World War II, and more. These figurines are intricately detailed and accurately represent historical characters, soldiers, and military scenes. The company is known for its attention to historical accuracy, ensuring that the uniforms, weapons, and equipment depicted in their miniatures are meticulously researched and faithfully recreated.