Aquachigger on MSN

The metal looked like scrap at first - “Civil War artillery” turned it into the day’s best find

A metal-detecting trip near Antietam started with flat buttons, bullets, and iron from an old Civil War camp. But the ...
History-Computer on MSN

These Civil War leaders’ mistakes resulted in massive losses

The American Civil War is seen by some scholars as one of the first modern wars. Artillery ranges had increased substantially, and accuracy made the battlefield a slaughterhouse early in the war. The ...
Joplin Globe

Bill Caldwell: Col. Hiram Bledsoe's artillery was decisive for Missouri Confederates

Civil War armies included infantry, cavalry and supply trains. But artillery batteries were, pound for pound, a treasured resource. Settled on top of a commanding site, cannons could turn the tide for ...
WBBJ-TV

Shiloh presents cannon firing demonstrations in honor of America’s 250th Birthday

In honor of the Independence Day holiday and America’s 250th birthday, Shiloh National Military Park will present Civil War ...
The Herald-Mail

Talk on Civil War artillery at Boonsboro library, March 25

The Boonsboro Historical Society will host James A. Rosebrock, who will discuss the organization of light artillery batteries. The talk will take place on Tuesday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the ...
usace.army.mil

Discovery of unusual Civil War-era-style artillery shell at Fort McCoy leads to extensive historical search

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