The Illustrated Directory of Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment of the Civil War
The Illustrated Directory of Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment of the Civil War

Author: David Miller

Publisher: Salamander Books

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13:

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This wide-ranging display of artifacts from the Civil War will be an essential reference for collectors of military paraphernalia, wargamers, and anyone interested in military history. Weapons and uniforms of both the North and South have been photographed in vivid color for this book. Experts at West Point Military Academy and other military history establishments approved the carefully researched and specially commissioned artwork of uniformed figures that appear in this directory. Find superb photos of rifles, muskets, and handguns, ammunition, swords, bayonets, artillery pieces and shells, as well as badges of rank, medals, belt buckles and uniforms.

Civil War Catalog the
Civil War Catalog the

Author: Anthony Shaw

Publisher:

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9785559171449

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For the general reader and the Civil War enthusiast comes a fascinating and lavishly illustrated account that details the uniforms, weapons, and equipment employed in one of history's greatest conflicts.

The Civil War Catalog
The Civil War Catalog

Author: Antony Shaw

Publisher: Salamander Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781840655155

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This catalogue features the uniforms, weapons and equipment of the American Civil War. Including features on the infantry, cavalry and artillery, uniforms and equipment relating to both officers and other ranks are featured. Military medicine, camp life and prisoners of war are also covered.

The Civil War Soldier
The Civil War Soldier

Author: Angus Konstam

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2018-03-13

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 078933433X

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Specially commissioned photographs of more than 700 key artifacts and military equipment bring to life the experiences of Union and Confederate soldiers of all ranks, by exploring the uniforms, weapons, and objects carried by soldiers on both sides. There is an abiding fascination with the Civil War. What personal items did soldiers carry in their haversacks? How did the weaponry differ between ranks? What did the design of each unit’s flag symbolize? This is the ultimate quartermaster’s locker room—a full-scale armory of detailed information. This is an essential work for those who wish to gain an in-depth understanding of military life during one of the greatest conflicts in history—especially anyone interested in the widely popular Civil War reenactments. This book offers unique and detailed information about the personal items that a typical soldier carried along with weapons and other military necessities. Selected for their importance to the outcome, the artifacts include Union and Confederate guns, swords, artillery, uniforms, medals, equipment, and much more. Each item is described, photographed, and discussed in detail, making this a superb reference that brings the war to life.

Illustrated Directory of the Civil War
Illustrated Directory of the Civil War

Author: William Davis

Publisher: Zenith Press

Published: 2001-10

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 9780760310489

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This magnificent array of artifacts photographed at the finest collections throughout the United States is sure to appeal to military collectors, wargamers, re-enactors, and history buffs. Superb photography depicts rifles, muskets and handguns; swords and bayonets; artillery pieces and shells; caps, badges of rank, medals, belt buckles and buttons; and uniforms and field gear. The U.S. Army, Confederate Army, and militias are all represented. Descriptions of the military paraphernalia are accompanied by specially commissioned color plates depicting uniformed figures.

An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Uniforms from 1775-1783, the American Revolutionary War
An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Uniforms from 1775-1783, the American Revolutionary War

Author: Digby Smith

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780754817611

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An expert guide to the uniforms of the American militiasand Continental Army, the armies and navies of GreatBritain and France, German and Spanish units, andAmerican Indian allies, with over 450 color illustrations.The uniforms of the fighting men of the American Warof Independence are a vivid illustration of the difficultiesand complexities of the conflict, and this book bringstogether for the first time a sweeping survey of whatthey should have worn, what they really wore, how theywere armed, and what they carried with them. As wellas illustrations of the soldiers, equipment and kit -with over 450 in total and an unrivalled level of detailin the depiction of the uniforms - the campaigns andbattles are explained with specially commissionedmaps and plans, and plates and fine-art paintingsof the period. Contains an unprecedented wealth of illustrative detail, with over 450 illustrations of uniforms, battle plans, technical drawings and campaign maps. Gives a concise, authoritative record of America s fight to become independent of its colonial founders, with detailed analysis of the decisive encounters and landmark engagements of the conflict.