This group became known as the Black Brigade of Cincinnati.

The story of the Black Brigade continues for a number of weeks as they represented the Union with pride.

Among the groups organized were the Black Brigade, a volunteer force of free men of color.

How come the Black Brigades never used it?' '

The Black Brigades were not actually brigade-sized units.

The Black Brigades were typically weak battalions or strong companies, each comprising 200 to 300 men.

Members of Black Brigades tended to wear the grey-green uniform pants.

He then founded a unit which the British called the Black Brigade.

Certainly enough black leather to be called "Black Brigade".