Author: Brett Gibbons
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Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The Pattern 1853 Enfield rifle-musket is one of the iconic weapons of the mid-19th century, used extensively in the American Civil War, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, and other conflicts. While the history of the Enfield rifle is well known, it was the ammunition developed for this rifle that was truly revolutionary. Brett Gibbons traces the history of the muzzleloading cartridge used in the Enfield rifle from the early development of the Minié bullet in France, to the dramatic yet ultimately unsuccessful attempt by the Confederate States to adopt the Enfield cartridge for the Southern armies in the American Civil War. The role of the Enfield "greased cartridge" in the outbreak of the Indian Rebellion of 1857-1858 is carefully handled. Crossing several oceans and continents, from the sweltering heat of Central India in the summer of 1857 to the trenches of Petersburg in 1864, Brett Gibbons ties together the fascinating history of Enfield rifle-musket ammunition. Each development of the Enfield cartridge from 1853 to 1864 is covered, with over 60 helpful illustrations.
The English Cartridge
Author: Brett Gibbons
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The Pattern 1853 Enfield rifle-musket is one of the iconic weapons of the mid-19th century, used extensively in the American Civil War, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, and other conflicts. While the history of the Enfield rifle is well known, it was the ammunition developed for this rifle that was truly revolutionary. Brett Gibbons traces the history of the muzzleloading cartridge used in the Enfield rifle from the early development of the Minié bullet in France, to the dramatic yet ultimately unsuccessful attempt by the Confederate States to adopt the Enfield cartridge for the Southern armies in the American Civil War. The role of the Enfield "greased cartridge" in the outbreak of the Indian Rebellion of 1857-1858 is carefully handled. Crossing several oceans and continents, from the sweltering heat of Central India in the summer of 1857 to the trenches of Petersburg in 1864, Brett Gibbons ties together the fascinating history of Enfield rifle-musket ammunition. Each development of the Enfield cartridge from 1853 to 1864 is covered, with over 60 helpful illustrations.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The Pattern 1853 Enfield rifle-musket is one of the iconic weapons of the mid-19th century, used extensively in the American Civil War, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, and other conflicts. While the history of the Enfield rifle is well known, it was the ammunition developed for this rifle that was truly revolutionary. Brett Gibbons traces the history of the muzzleloading cartridge used in the Enfield rifle from the early development of the Minié bullet in France, to the dramatic yet ultimately unsuccessful attempt by the Confederate States to adopt the Enfield cartridge for the Southern armies in the American Civil War. The role of the Enfield "greased cartridge" in the outbreak of the Indian Rebellion of 1857-1858 is carefully handled. Crossing several oceans and continents, from the sweltering heat of Central India in the summer of 1857 to the trenches of Petersburg in 1864, Brett Gibbons ties together the fascinating history of Enfield rifle-musket ammunition. Each development of the Enfield cartridge from 1853 to 1864 is covered, with over 60 helpful illustrations.
The Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle
Author: Peter Smithurst
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1849088705
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
The Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle was the first rifled firearm issued to every soldier in the British Army, and gave the infantry a revolutionary increase in firepower. First issued in 1853, the Enfield proved itself worthy during both the Crimean War and the Indian Mutiny, where its long range, durability, and interchangeable parts made it a perfect campaign rifle. However, it was during the American Civil War that the Enfield saw the greatest use, with over a million rifles being sold to the armies of both the North and South. This title takes an in-depth look at the design, the history, the mechanics, and the use of one of the most important firearms of the 19th century.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1849088705
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
The Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle was the first rifled firearm issued to every soldier in the British Army, and gave the infantry a revolutionary increase in firepower. First issued in 1853, the Enfield proved itself worthy during both the Crimean War and the Indian Mutiny, where its long range, durability, and interchangeable parts made it a perfect campaign rifle. However, it was during the American Civil War that the Enfield saw the greatest use, with over a million rifles being sold to the armies of both the North and South. This title takes an in-depth look at the design, the history, the mechanics, and the use of one of the most important firearms of the 19th century.
The English Cyclopaedia
Author: Charles Knight
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 520
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Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
New complete dictionary of the English and Dutch languages
Author: Isaac Marcus Calisch
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
The English Cyclopaedia
Author:
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
The English Reports
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Category : Law reports, digests, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 1146
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Category : Law reports, digests, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 1146
Book Description
Universal Dictionary of the English Language
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1360
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1360
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Civil War Cartridge Boxes of the Union Infantryman
Author: Paul David Johnson
Publisher: Andrew Mowbray Incorporated, Publishers
ISBN: 9780917218798
Category : Cartridges
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher: Andrew Mowbray Incorporated, Publishers
ISBN: 9780917218798
Category : Cartridges
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The English Cyclopædia
Author: Charles Knight
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
This encyclopedia contains information on general arts and sciences. It is a companion to the editor's other encyclopedias, Cyclopædia of Georgraphy, Cyclopædia of Biography, and Cyclopædia of Natural history.
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
This encyclopedia contains information on general arts and sciences. It is a companion to the editor's other encyclopedias, Cyclopædia of Georgraphy, Cyclopædia of Biography, and Cyclopædia of Natural history.
Universal Dictionary of the English Language
Author: Robert Hunter
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1368
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Publisher:
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1368
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