Soldiers of the American Revolution: African American of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment; New England militiaman; frontier rifleman wearing a Virginia hunting shirt; French officer in a blue coat.

When Americans are asked to think about Civil War uniforms, two colors typically come immediately to mind: blue and gray.

Most people just think of the Centreville McDonald’s on Fort Drive as a place for burgers and fries. But those lucky enough to be here in January 1997 also know it as the site of one of the most ...