In the United States, Zouaves were brought to public attention by Elmer E. Ellsworth, who ran a drill company called the "Zouave Cadets". The drill company toured nationally. "Zouave" units were then raised on both sides of the American Civil War of 1861–65, including a regiment under Ellsworth's command, the New York "Fire Zouaves".
The distinctive uniforms of Zouave units tended to include short open-fronted jackets, baggy trousers, sashes and oriental head gear.
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