US Brass Bugle WWI-This is a World War 1, World War 2 vintage bugle. It was also used by the boy scouts. This brass bugle stands 18 inches tall (with the mouthpiece). In fact, this has a second mouthpiece included. The bell of this bugle is marked for J. LA ROSA & CO. LI CITY NY. The original chain During World War I, bugles were the primary tools used by the U.S. Army to signal troops, communicate orders on the noisy battlefield, and regulate daily camp life. This is in very good condition.