This is why I love this hobby. The connections that are made between us and those who came before us. According to Wikipedia the Massachusetts 1st was authorized in 1775 and saw action at Bunker Hill. And they were volunteers! This button was an official issued button from 1775 to 1776 when they were absorbed in the 15th REG. Then again July 1779 the brigade was reassigned to the Highland’s Department and was redesignated as the 1st Massachusetts Regiment on 1 August 1779…