Back story on the MAS 1 REG button

[41Digger]

This is why I love this hobby. The connections that are made between us and those who came before us. According to Wikipedia the Massachusetts 1st was authorized in 1775 and saw action at Bunker Hill. And they were volunteers! This button was an official issued button from 1775 to 1776 when they were absorbed in the 15th REG. Then again July 1779 the brigade was reassigned to the Highland's Department and was redesignated as the 1st Massachusetts Regiment on 1 August 1779. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1st_Massachusetts_Regiment

 

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[GWash]

NICE FIND! What does the back of the button look like? Please post a picture of the back of the button that will provide us with important informative information. There are a lot of old looking buttons that are found metal detecting.
Regards.

 

[41Digger]

NICE FIND! What does the back of the button look like? Please post a picture of the back of the button that will provide us with important informative information. There are a lot of old looking buttons that are found metal detecting.
Regards.

 

[lenmac65]

Love it!! Congrats on an awesome button.

 

[Digger RJ]

This is why I love this hobby. The connections that are made between us and those who came before us. According to Wikipedia the Massachusetts 1st was authorized in 1775 and saw action at Bunker Hill. And they were volunteers! This button was an official issued button from 1775 to 1776 when they were absorbed in the 15th REG. Then again July 1779 the brigade was reassigned to the Highland's Department and was redesignated as the 1st Massachusetts Regiment on 1 August 1779. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1st_Massachusetts_RegimentView attachment 2168603

So Cool!!! Thanks for the update!!