A Legacy in Brick and Stone
A Legacy in Brick and Stone

Author: John Weaver

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 1732391602

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The definitive history of the American Third System of Fortifications that defended our coastline for more than half of century, these architectural wonders were built from 1816 through 1867 from Maine through the Florida Keys to New Orleans, with two forts in San Francisco Bay. Almost all of these 42 masonry forts still stand along our shores, and most are open to the public. A Legacy in Brick and Stone provides the background of these famous Civil War forts - why they were built where they are, who built them, and how they functioned - as well as descriptions of each fort. This revised and expanded edition has grown by over 100 pages, and over 400 new photographs and drawings have been included.

Building Washington
Building Washington

Author: Robert J. Kapsch

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2018-05-15

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1421424878

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While there have been many books on the architecture and planning of this iconic city, Building Washington explains the engineering and construction behind it.

A Historic Resources Study: The Civil War Defenses of Washington, Pt. 1
A Historic Resources Study: The Civil War Defenses of Washington, Pt. 1

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Publisher: Government Printing Office

Published:

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9780160885259

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Tells the history of Civil War forts and other defenses in the Washington, DC area. This study provides historical information to improve and enhance interpretation of the parks and historic resources and provides a historical framework fro future preservation efforts. A great deal of new information pertaining to the relationship of minorities to the Defenses of Washington was discovered. The role of U.S. Colored Troops in construction and defense of the fortifications is better understood. In addition, much new information is available on the work of Freedmen and women in the Defenses of Washington. Finally, the association of African Americans with the former fortifications after the Civil War is better known. Furthermore, much information relating to the day-to-day construction and maintenance activity within the Defenses of Washington during the Civil War was also uncovered. Teachers, students, historians, and others interested in the American Civil War history, particularly in the Washington, DC area would enjoy this publication. Related products: American Civil War resources collection can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/us-military-history/wars-conflicts/ame...