Manual of Heavy Artillery Service: For the use of the Army and Militia of the United States
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John C. Tidball Knihy
John Caldwell Tidball was a career military officer who served with distinction in the Union Army during the American Civil War. His extensive service continued for forty years after the war, during which he held significant command positions. These included leading the Department of Alaska, commanding West Point, and heading the Artillery School at Fort Monroe. Tidball's career highlights his dedication to military service and leadership within the U.S. Army.
Manual of Heavy Artillery Service. Prepared for the Use of the Army and Militia of the United States
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This reprint preserves the original text from 1881, offering readers a chance to experience the historical context and literary style of the time. It provides insight into the themes and societal issues prevalent during the period, making it a valuable addition for those interested in classic literature and history. The book serves as a window into the past, reflecting the author's unique perspective and the cultural nuances of the era.
A comprehensive overview and analysis of the U.S. Army's field artillery service in the Civil War's principal battles, written by a distinguished artilleryman of the era. The overview, which appeared in the Journal of the Military Service Institution from 1891 to 1893, examines the Army of the Potomac, including the battles of Fair Oaks, Gaines's Mill, Mechanicsville, Malvern Hill, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg; the Army of the Tennessee, including the battles of Stones River and Chickamauga, and the Army of the Ohio's battle of Shiloh--Jacket p. [2].