Uniform of Charles Bradley Stoughton
Colonel, 4^th Vermont Infantry

This uniform is interesting for its contrast in size. Stoughton was small in stature but not in fight. He wore his uniform ?wasp waisted.?  He was small even by Civil War standards. He was the brother of the infamous General Edwin H. Stoughton. Hapless Edwin was captured early in the war during a night raid conducted by no less then John Mosby, the famous Confederate raider. Later in the war he was returned through exchange only to cashiered for his shame. Charles felt his brother?s shame and attempted to win back the family honor at any and all opportunities. He constantly put himself in dangerous situations to prove his bravery and redeem his brother?s honor. He lost an eye in battle and his valor elevated him to the rank of General.