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The [[Colt 1860 Army]] revolver is the sidearm carried by most of the Union officers in the film. | The [[Colt 1860 Army]] revolver is the sidearm carried by most of the Union officers in the film, notably Major Cabot Forbes ([[Cary Elwes]]), who uses it during the 54th's first engagement. | ||
[[Image:1860Army.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Colt 1860 Army .44 caliber.]] | [[Image:1860Army.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Colt 1860 Army .44 caliber.]] | ||
Revision as of 08:47, 12 October 2010
Glory is an 1989 American Civil War movie that recounts the heroics of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment, the first all-black Union regiment to fight in the Civil War. The film stars Matthew Broderick, Morgan Freeman, and Denzel Washington in his Oscar-winning role. It was directed by Edward Zwick, who went on to direct such films as The Last Samurai, Courage Under Fire, Blood Diamond, and Defiance.
The following weapons were used in the film Glory:
Colt 1860 Army
The Colt 1860 Army revolver is the sidearm carried by most of the Union officers in the film, notably Major Cabot Forbes (Cary Elwes), who uses it during the 54th's first engagement.
The Colt 1851 Navy is also seen in the film.
Enfield Pattern 1853
The reproduction Enfield Pattern 1853 rifle, made by EuroArms, London Armoury, used by the men of the 54th in the film. Also seen used by Confederate Troops as well.
