CIVIL WAR ARMS MAKERS AND THEIR CONTRACTS: A FACSIMILE REPRINT OF THE REPORT BY THE COMMISSION ON ORDNANCE AND ORDNANCE STORES, 1862

Mowbray, Stuart. C. & Heroux, Jennifer (edited. )

ISBN 10: 0917218779 / ISBN 13: 9780917218774

Published by Andrew Mowbray Publishers, 1998

Seller Inventory # 87389

Synopsis:

The historical report reprinted in this book is perhaps the most important arms-related document of the Civil War. Includes the correspondence, testimony and decisions of the Commission on Ordnance and Ordnance stores, which met in 1862 to review (and in many cases rewrite) all Federal contracts for guns, carbines, pistols, ammunition, swords and many other military items. The case histories, which cover over one hundred and seven manufacturers and suppliers, are remarkably in-depth. Terms of contracts are outlined, factories are described, machinery is listed, and the fairness of prices is debated. The amount of material covered is astounding . No arms historian or Civil War enthusiast will want to do without a personal copy of this invaluable resource. Absolutely Fascinating!

Review: It will make fascinating reading for that Civil War buff who just has to leaf through details. The book will keep you glued to its pages for many happy hours. Now we have a priceless primary resource work for historians of arms manufacture and the Civil War. Until now, this document was only available to those who were willing to research the archives. The historical insight to be gained from the material contained in this book is absolutely indispensable. -- Review

Bibliographic Details

Title: CIVIL WAR ARMS MAKERS AND THEIR CONTRACTS: A...
Publisher: Andrew Mowbray Publishers
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good