Union Sharpshooter Vs Confederate Sharpshooter

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Union Sharpshooter Vs Confederate Sharpshooter

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Author : Gary Yee
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2019-06-27

Union Sharpshooter Vs Confederate Sharpshooter written by Gary Yee and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-27 with History categories.

During the American Civil War, the Union and the Confederacy both fielded units of sharpshooters. Sometimes equipped with firearms no better than those of their infantry brethren, they fought in a manner reminiscent of Napoleonic-era light infantry. Siege warfare placed a premium on marksmanship and the sharpshooter became indispensable as they could drive artillerymen from their guns. They could also become expert scouts and, for the Confederacy, impressive raiders – one raid netted almost 250 prisoners. Initially, Union marksmen enjoyed the upper hand, but as the Confederates began raising and training their own sharpshooters, they proved themselves as worthy opponents. In this study, Gary Yee, an expert in firearms of the period, assesses the role played by sharpshooters in three bloody clashes at the height of the American Civil War – the battle of Fredericksburg, the siege of Vicksburg, and the siege of Battery Wagner.

Sharpshooting Rifles Of The American Civil War

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Author : Martin Pegler
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2017-08-24

Sharpshooting Rifles Of The American Civil War written by Martin Pegler and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-24 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.

At the outset of the American Civil War, the Union Army's sharpshooters were initially equipped with the M1855 Colt revolving rifle, but it was prone to malfunction. Instead, the North's sharpshooters preferred the Sharps rifle, an innovative breech-loading weapon capable of firing up to ten shots per minute – more than three times the rate of fire offered by the standard-issue Springfield .58-caliber rifled musket. Other Union sharpshooters were equipped with the standard-issue Springfield rifled musket or the .56-56-caliber Spencer Repeating Rifle. Conversely, the Confederacy favoured the Pattern 1853 Enfield rifled musket for its sharpshooters and also imported from Britain the Whitworth Rifle, a .45-caliber, single-shot, muzzle-loading weapon distinguished by its use of a twisted hexagonal barrel. Featuring specially commissioned artwork, this is the engrossing story of the innovative rifles that saw combat in the hands of sharpshooters on both sides during the Civil War.

Sharpshooters Of The American Civil War 1861 65

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Author : Philip Katcher
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 2002-10-18

Sharpshooters Of The American Civil War 1861 65 written by Philip Katcher and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-10-18 with History categories.

When the American Civil War (1861-1865) broke out, 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.

Union Sharpshooter Vs Confederate Sharpshooter

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Author : Gary Yee
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2019-06-27

Union Sharpshooter Vs Confederate Sharpshooter written by Gary Yee and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-27 with History categories.

During the American Civil War, the Union and the Confederacy both fielded units of sharpshooters. Sometimes equipped with firearms no better than those of their infantry brethren, they fought in a manner reminiscent of Napoleonic-era light infantry. Siege warfare placed a premium on marksmanship and the sharpshooter became indispensable as they could drive artillerymen from their guns. They could also become expert scouts and, for the Confederacy, impressive raiders – one raid netted almost 250 prisoners. Initially, Union marksmen enjoyed the upper hand, but as the Confederates began raising and training their own sharpshooters, they proved themselves as worthy opponents. In this study, Gary Yee, an expert in firearms of the period, assesses the role played by sharpshooters in three bloody clashes at the height of the American Civil War – the battle of Fredericksburg, the siege of Vicksburg, and the siege of Battery Wagner.

Sharpshooters

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Author : Gary Yee
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2018-12-15

Sharpshooters written by Gary Yee and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-15 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.

Sharpshooters are much more than skilled marksmen. They must be stealthy and patient, willing to sit hidden in uncomfortable places for hours, and much more. This instructive volume highlights the different weapons, ammunitions, and other equipment favored by various sharpshooters, their benefits and shortcomings, and their development. Readers will also enjoy learning about the favored tactics and ruses used by these eagle-eyed warriors. A list of notable sharpshooters and snipers highlights their fascinating feats as well as the wars in which they participated and country affiliations. Tales of tremendous adventures will keep readers engrossed and eagerly flipping pages.

U S Sharpshooters

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Author : Roy Martin Marcot
language : en
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Release Date : 2007

U S Sharpshooters written by Roy Martin Marcot and has been published by Stackpole Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Sharps rifle categories.

Action-packed account of the legendary 1st and 2nd U.S. SharpShooters Based on diaries, letters, and other firsthand sources Photos of the men as well as their uniforms, equipment, and firearms plus paintings by acclaimed Civil War artist Don Troiani This detailed and beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Col. Hiram Berdan's brilliant conception: the U.S. SharpShooters, a specialized 2-regiment unit of marksmen recruited from the farming and backwoods communities of the North. Known for their distinctive green uniforms, Sharps breech-loading rifles, and risky tactics, the SharpShooters fought at battles such as the Peninsula, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. The book covers their training, tactics, and weapons and is a must-have for Civil War enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of special forces.

Birge S Western Sharpshooters In The Civil War Abridged Annotated

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Author : Lorenzo A. Barker
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016-11-07

Birge S Western Sharpshooters In The Civil War Abridged Annotated written by Lorenzo A. Barker and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-07 with categories.

Though less famous than Hiram Berdan's sharpshooters, Birge's Western Sharpshooters played a significant role in the American Civil War. Here is their history, told by one of their own.At Shiloh, Corinth, Atlanta,and on Sherman's great march, the Western Sharpshooters dispensed fifty caliber death at a thousand yards.

Shock Troops Of The Confederacy The Sharpshooter Battalions Of The Army Of Northern Virginia

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Author : Fred L. Ray
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006-03

Shock Troops Of The Confederacy The Sharpshooter Battalions Of The Army Of Northern Virginia written by Fred L. Ray and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-03 with History categories.

The term sharpshooter had a more general meaning in the mid-19th Century than it does today. Then it could mean either a roving precision shooter like the modern sniper (a term that did not come into use until late in the century) or a light infantryman who specialized in the petite guerre: scouting, picketing, and skirmishing. The modern sharpshooter (the term comes from the German scharfschutzen, not the use of Sharps rifles) appeared in Central Europe around 1700. At the beginning of the Civil War, thanks to Hiram Berdan, the Army of the Potomac had a definite advantage in sharpshooting and light infantry, and this came as a rude shock to the Confederates during the 1862 Peninsular campaign. In response the Confederates organized their own sharpshooters, beginning with those of an obscure Alabama colonel, Bristor Gayle. Confederate general Robert Rodes organized the first battalion of sharpshooters in his brigade in early 1863, and later in each brigade of his division. In early 1864 General Lee adopted the concept for the entire Army of Northern Virginia, mandating that each infantry brigade field a sharpshooter battalion. These units found ready employment in the Overland campaign, and later in the trenches of Petersburg and in the fast-moving Shenandoah campaign of 1864. Although little has been written about them (the last book, written by a former sharpshooter, appeared in 1899), they played an important and sometimes pivotal role in many battles and campaigns in 1864 and 1865. By the end of the war the sharpshooters were experimenting with tactics that would become standard practice fifty years later. Although most people think of Berdan's Sharpshooters when the subject comes up, the Confederate sharpshooter battalions had a far greater effect on the outcome of the conflict. Later in the war, in response to the Confederate dominance of the skirmish line, the Federals began to organize their own sharpshooter units at division level, though they never adopted an army-wide system. Making extensive use of unpublished source material, author Fred Ray has written Shock Troops of the Confederacy, which tells the complete story of the development of the Army of Northern Virginia's sharpshooter battalions, the weapons they used, how they trained with them, and their tactical use on the battlefield. It also tells the human story of the sharpshooters themselves, who describe in their own words what it was like to be in the thick of battle, on the skirmish line, and at their lonely picket posts.

Berdan S United States Sharpshooters In The Army Of The Potomac 1861 1865

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Author : Charles Augustus Stevens
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1892

Berdan S United States Sharpshooters In The Army Of The Potomac 1861 1865 written by Charles Augustus Stevens and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1892 with United States categories.

Jack Hinson S One Man War

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Author : Tom McKenney
language : en
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
Release Date : 2010-09-23

Jack Hinson S One Man War written by Tom McKenney and has been published by Pelican Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-23 with Biography & Autobiography categories.

The true story of one man's reluctant but relentless war against the invaders of his country.A quiet, wealthy plantation owner, Jack Hinson watched the start of the Civil War with disinterest. Opposed to secession and a friend to Union and Confederate commanders alike, he did not want a war. After Union soldiers seized and murdered his sons, placing their decapitated heads on the gateposts of his estate, Hinson could remain indifferent no longer. He commissioned a special rifle for long-range accuracy, he took to the woods, and he set out for revenge. This remarkable biography presents the story of Jack Hinson, a lone Confederate sniper who, at the age of 57, waged a personal war on Grant's army and navy. The result of 15 years of scholarship, this meticulously researched and beautifully written work is the only account of Hinson's life ever recorded and involves an unbelievable cast of characters, including the Earp brothers, Jesse James, and Nathan Bedford Forrest.