The weapons of the Confederate soldiers and Union Army, a commanding presence 140 years ago, are among today's most revered collectibles. Warman's Civil War Weapons offers Civil War enthusiasts a listing of more than 100 weapons and military vehicles, featured in 400 stunning full-color photos. From the early battles that relied on muzzle-loaded weapons, to the introduction of submarines, handguns, shoulder arms, edged weapons and more, this book chronicles the history of an innovative age of weaponry. Weapons including the Butterfield Revolver, Sharps Model 1859 and Confederate short sword are shown in detail, with a performance summary. This unmatched reference provides the information needed for a historical study and collecting.
- ISBN10 0896892379
- ISBN13 9780896892378
- Publish Date 1 March 2006
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 23 October 2009
- Publish Country US
- Imprint KP Books
- Format Paperback
- Pages 256
- Language English