Arms and Armour

Armies in the American Civil War

This article is designed to give background into the organization and tactics of Civil War armies. This brief survey is by no means exhaustive, but it should give enough material for a better understanding of the capabilities of the forces that fought the American Civil War. Understanding these capabilities should give insight into the reasoning behind the decisions made by commanders on both sides.

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See also

• ▸Birka grave Bj 581
• ▸GJ 1245
• ▸Hawthorn Ridge Redoubt

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