Free Downloads American Civil War Marines 1861-65 (Elite)
The part played in the Civil War (1861-1865) by the small Marine Corps of the United and Confederate States is overshadowed by the confrontations of the great armies. Nevertheless, the coastal and riverine campaigns were of real importance, given the strategic significance of the Federal blockade of southern ports, and of the struggle for the Mississippi River. Marines wearing blue and grey fought in many dramatic actions afloat and ashore – ship-to-ship engagements, cutting-out expeditions, and coastal landings. This book offers a comprehensive summary of all such battles, illustrated with rare early photographs, and meticulously researched color plates detailing the often obscure minutiae of Marine uniforms and equipment.
Series: Elite (Book 112)
Paperback: 64 pages
Publisher: Osprey Publishing; First Edition edition (October 22, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1841767689
ISBN-13: 978-1841767680
Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.1 x 9.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,362,574 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #109 in Books > History > Americas > United States > Civil War > Naval Operations #3173 in Books > History > Military > Naval #13716 in Books > History > Military > United States
Marines, both Union and Confederate, played a very minor role in the Civil War...but they were there. This book is the first one I've seen that examined them in any detail.I could wish it had more information, but stuff about the CS Marine Corps, in particular, is very scarce. That said, I can recommend it to anybody with an interest.
Always a safe bet for a well researched and well illustrated basic reference to whatever military subject one is looking for, these Osprey guides never fail to get the job done for me. They always clearly and concisely cover whatever subject they are treating with the upmost thoroughness and accuracy. Artwork is second to none and well done, getting the detail and coloring just right. If you need a quick, one book reference on any military subject, get the Osprey guide as a starting point.
This is a great little book. It gives a quick and to the point history on U.S. and CONFEDERATE Marines too!! This is a good piece of work for anyone. I re-enact as a Marine and I use it alot. Earlier copies of this book says yellow stripes turn up black which is incorrect. CS Marines had black stripes and US had yellow. For more go to: [...]
Just a nice little book on the uniforms worn by the Marines both North and South. This book will show you some uniforms not thought to much about in the modern renactment arena. It is not just about blue and gray.
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