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Sharpshooters of the American Civil War 1861-65

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Warrior - American Revolutionary War to American Civil War

MSRP old price: $18.95


Product Info

Title
Sharpshooters of the American Civil War 1861-65
Publisher
Category
Author
Philip Katcher
Publish Year
2002
Pages
64
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147397851
MFG. Part #
OSPWAR060
Type
Softcover
Series
WAR60

Description

When the American Civil War broke out in 1861 both Confederate and Union experts decided that specialized sharpshooter units should be formed. These highly trained marksmen served in a front-line role and, due to the technological developments of the 1850s, were equipped with weapons that could guarantee greater accuracy over increased range than traditional muskets. This title examines the recruitment, training, tactics and deployment of sharpshooters from both sides of the conflict. It also takes a close look at the specialized personal weaponry of the sharpshooter, the rifle and its accoutrements, as well as the sharpshooters' unique insignia and identification patches.