Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War
Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War

Author: James C. Hazlett

Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9780252072109

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This is a detailed survey, replete with photographs and diagrams, of the field artillery used by both sides in the Civil War. In paperback for the first time, the book provides technical descriptions of the artillery (bore, weight, range, etc.), ordnance purchases, and inspection reports. Appendixes provide information on surviving artillery pieces and their current locations in museums and national parks.

Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War
Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War

Author: James C. Hazlett

Publisher:

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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This new paperback edition of an established classic is a detailed survey, replete with photographs and diagrams, of the field artillery used by both sides in the Civil War. Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War provides technical descriptions of the artillery (bore, weight, range, etc.), ordnance purchases, and inspection reports. It demonstrates the evolution of field artillery as castings were converted from bronze to steel, barrels went from smooth-bore to rifling, and loading was shifted from muzzle to breech. The military significance of the major pieces is assessed in terms of their accuracy, versatility (with different types of ammunition), and dependability. The book also includes a discussion of the competition between imported European artillery and weapons made in the foundries of the North and South. Appendixes provide information on surviving artillery pieces and their current locations in museums and national parks. Book jacket.

American Civil War Artillery 1861–65 (2)
American Civil War Artillery 1861–65 (2)

Author: Philip Katcher

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-07-20

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 178200095X

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Because of the length of the coastline of the United States, from the beginning American ordnance and engineers placed an emphasis on heavy artillery mounted in coastal defences. The Union army organised its 'Heavy Artillery' into separate regiments, uniformed and equipped differently. While the Field Artillery was assigned across the fighting fronts Heavy Artillery units served the big guns in the forts and the defences of Washington. The Confederates did not differentiate types of artillery and those that became known as Heavy Artillery did so through informal association rather than formal designation. This book details the development and usage of the big guns. New Vanguard 38 and 40 are also available in a single volume special edition as 'American Civil War Artillery 1861-65'.

Cannons
Cannons

Author: Dean S. Thomas

Publisher: Thomas Publications (PA)

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13:

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Civil War Artillery At Gettysburg
Civil War Artillery At Gettysburg

Author: Philip M. Cole

Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated

Published: 2002-07-16

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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This study of artillery at Gettysburg will influence the history of this crucial battle for years to come."--BOOK JACKET.

Field Artillery Manual Cannon Gunnery
Field Artillery Manual Cannon Gunnery

Author: Department of the Army

Publisher:

Published: 2017-08-19

Total Pages: 664

ISBN-13: 9781975605674

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Training Circular (TC) 3-09.81, "Field Artillery Manual Cannon Gunnery," sets forth the doctrine pertaining to the employment of artillery fires. It explains all aspects of the manual cannon gunnery problem and presents a practical application of the science of ballistics. It includes step-by-step instructions for manually solving the gunnery problem which can be applied within the framework of decisive action or unified land operations. It is applicable to any Army personnel at the battalion or battery responsible to delivered field artillery fires. The principal audience for ATP 3-09.42 is all members of the Profession of Arms. This includes field artillery Soldiers and combined arms chain of command field and company grade officers, middle-grade and senior noncommissioned officers (NCO), and battalion and squadron command groups and staffs. This manual also provides guidance for division and corps leaders and staffs in training for and employment of the BCT in decisive action. This publication may also be used by other Army organizations to assist in their planning for support of battalions. This manual builds on the collective knowledge and experience gained through recent operations, numerous exercises, and the deliberate process of informed reasoning. It is rooted in time-tested principles and fundamentals, while accommodating new technologies and diverse threats to national security.

Civil War Heavy Explosive Ordnance
Civil War Heavy Explosive Ordnance

Author: Jack Bell

Publisher: University of North Texas Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 1574411632

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The most up-to-date and definitive reference guide on Union and Confederate large caliber projectiles, torpedoes, and mines, profusely illustrated with more than 1,000 photographs of 360 specimens.

Artillery Through the Ages
Artillery Through the Ages

Author: Albert C. Manucy

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 1994-04

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 0788107453

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A description of types of artillery used in warfare throughout history, including the ancient engines of war; gunpowder introduced to Europe; the bombards; 16th century cannon; the 17th century and Gustavus Adolphus; the 18th century; U.S. guns of the early 1800s; rifling; the Civil War; and the change to modern artillery. Also includes the characteristics of cannon; projectiles; tools; the practice of gunnery; glossary; and selected bibliography. Many of the types of cannon described in this book may be seen in areas of the National Park system; some parks with especially fine collections are listed. Illustrated with detailed drawings.