Just a note regarding violet-colored coats. I have a violet frock in honor of the Violett Guards, Co. K, 6th LA Infantry. I had it trimmed in royal blue for infantry, and piped in the same color. Pelican buttons, naturally. I wear a fireman's parade hat with it, since the Violett Guards were volunteer firemen from New Orleans. There's a picture of it on my facebook page -- "Jim Huffman" -- though I am not being egotistical in mentioning this fact. Just honoring those who wore the gray...er...uh...violet!

Did the 8th LA, too, go out in violet? I've never heard of this! Please give some details, if it is true! -- Jim Huffman, Violett Guards