Civil War

New Hope: Ray Riling 1952, a numbered copy form a limited edition of 400. (4to) Not paginated. Fine, no dust jacket. 23 full-page plates. The original glassine wrapper has minor chipping. A facsimile reproduction of the 1861 publication '...from the original regulations of the confederacy and other authorative sources.'. (American Civil War, Confederate States of America, Uniforms).

1861 CIVIL WAR Union Military Tactics Mahan Treatise on Troops Soldiers Plates

A rare Civil War printing of Dennis Mahan's 'Elementary Treatise on Service of Troops'. In 1847, Mahan published this short history of American military arts which features important sections on battle tactics, handling troops, placing troops in battle, troop movement and positions, military reconnaissance, convoys, surprise attacks, and much more.

In 1861, at the outset of the Civil War, both the Union and Confederacy reissued this work for their soldiers. The Confederate issue was published in New Orleans and the Union published theirs in New York.

Item number: #6946
Price: $499
MAHAN, Dennis Hart
An elementary treatise on advanced-guard, out-post, and detachment service of troops : and the manner of posting and handling them in presence of an enemy
New York: John Wiley, 1861.

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o [iv], 168, 6 plates, [2]
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References: Sabin 43862 (CSA ed only)
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1862 Slave Trade Africa & American Flag Foote Voyages Civil War Slavery Plates

'Africa and the American Flag' is an interesting account of Commander Andrew Foote's exploits in suppressing the African slave trade off the coast of Africa in the early part of the 19th century. The book became an important source for the growing anti-slavery movement in the Unites States at the time.

This fine 1862 edition is Foote's own account of his experience as commander of the Perry off the African coast in the early 1850's, where his dogged attempts to suppress the African slave trade (illegal then under American law) became legendary. His impassioned account here did much to stir the growing public repugnance for the trade in America. This edition includes seven hand tinted steel lithographic plates and a map, with the frontis of the slave trade in action!

Item number: #7672
Price: $499
FOOTE, Andrew H.
Africa and the American flag
New York. D. Appleton and Company. 1862.
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1863 1ed Confederate Civil War Southern Pictures Estvan Longstreet Robert E Lee

Bela Estvan was French author who, while traveling in America, became fascinated by the American Civil War. He was especially impressed by General James Longstreet whom he describes as "one of the ablest generals of the Confederate army." He also gives accounts of various battles including Bull Run, Battle of Bethel, Battle of Manassas, and numerous battles in Missouri including the Battle of Lexington and Wilson's Creek.

Item number: #9247
Price: $499
ESTVAN, Bela
War pictures from the South
New York: Appleton, 1863. First edition

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Collation: Complete with all pages
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[viii], 352, [2]
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References: Piston, Lee's Tarnished Lieutenant;
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Language: English
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Binding: Cloth; tight and secure
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Size: ~8.5in X 5.5in (21cm x 14cm)
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1864 1ed Trumpet of Freedom American Patriotic Hymns Battle Hymn Star Spangled Banner

A rare and highly valuable Civil War era hymn book!
Published at the height of the Civil War, 'Trumpet of Freedom'
is a collection of military and patriotic hymns, most notably "Battle Hymn of the Republic", "My Country Tis of Thee", and "The Star-Spangled Banner".
Item number: #12211
Price: $599
United States
Trumpet of freedom.
Boston : Published by Oliver Ditson & Co., 1864. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
o [3], 4-63, [1]
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Provenance: Handwritten – Fred A. [T]ilben
· Language: English
· Binding: Softcover; tight & secure
· Size: ~6.25in X 9.75in (16cm x 25cm)
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1876 1ed Abner Doubleday Civil War Gettysburg Reminiscences Fort Sumter Moultrie
Abner Doubleday was a 19th-century American Army officer known for his role in the Civil War, especially the Battle of Gettysburg. Following his military career, Doubleday wrote autobiographical sketches of his experiences in battle, including "Reminiscences of Forts Sumter and Moultrie". As captain at Fort Sumter, Doubleday made pivotal decisions that helped direct Union forces of the Confederacy.
Per Nevins of this work,
"This charming story, by a then-captain of artillery inside the two forts, is a memoir of merit because of the aura of its immediacy and intimacy."
Item number: #13945
Price: $499
DOUBLEDAY, Abner
Reminiscences of forts Sumter and Moultrie in 1860-61
New York: Harper & Brothers, 1876. First edition.

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· References: Nevins I, p.27; Larned 2169
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1884 1ed Confederate War Papers General Gustv Smith Battle Seven Pines Civil War

Gustavus Woodward Smith was a Confederate general during the American Civil War, best remembered for his role in the Battle of Seven Pines. When General Joseph Johnson was injured, Smith took over the commanding role until his health deteriorated and Robert E. Lee ultimately took over.
Following the war, Smith published a memoir of his experience in the war. 'Confederate War Papers' covers topics including Jefferson Davis's presidential election, battle tactics and maneuvers, Confederate defenses and forts, and much emphasis on the Battle of Seven Pines. However, according to Nevins,
"Smith was a failure as a general; this work is largely his rationalization for shortcomings at Seven Pines."
Item number: #14309
Price: $499
SMITH, Gustavus W
Confederate War Papers
New York, Atlantic Pub. and engraving Co., 1884. 1st edition

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[Civil War] Fairbanks, Charles. The American Conflict as seen from a European Point of View. A Lecture Delivered at St. Johnsbury, Vt., June 4, 1863. Boston: Press of Geo. C. Rand & Avery. 1863. Tan printed wraps. 24 cm. 44 pp. Age toning. Light stains. Very good.
Sabin Americana 23664. In Texas apparently only UT-Austin and UT-Arlington hold copies. Fairbanks had been in London and reports the European attitude towards the war.

[Civil War] Ten Clipped Civil War Covers Pro-Union Images. [Various publishers] [Circa 1861-1865] Each clipped portion of a civil war cover (envelope) is approximately 8 x14 cm. Some age toning and light stains. Colors are vibrant. They do not appear to have been mailed. Very good.
Although done by private companies, these patriotic envelopes served as propaganda for the Union and were purchased by those on the home front to send to their loved ones serving in the war or by the soldiers in the war. These include images of General Scott; a Zouave soldier; Uncle Sam stepping on a snake marked "secession;" and George Washington on Horseback among others. Would make a great display.

[Civil War] Ten Clipped Civil War Covers Featuring Pro-Union and Anti-Confederate Images. [No publication information] [Circa 1861-1865] Each clipped portion of a civil war cover (envelope) is approximately 8 x14 cm. Some age toning and light stains. Colors are vibrant. They do not appear to have been mailed. Very good.
Although done by private companies, these patriotic envelopes served as propaganda for the Union and were purchased by those on the home front to send to their loved ones serving in the war or by those serving in the war. These feature various images including American flags. Cannon. Dogs and Cats among others. Would make a great display.

The Woman in Battle: A Narrative of the Exploits, Adventures, and Travels of Madame Loreta Janeta Velazquez, Otherwise known as Lieutenant Harry T Buford, Confederate States Army. In which is given Full descriptions of the numerous battles in which she participated as a Confederate Officer...Blockade-Runner...Bond Swindle...etc. Edited by C. J Worthington, Profusely Illustrated. Richmond, VA: Dustin, Gilman & Co. 1876 First Edition. This is the story of a woman "out of her time" in her views, who thrived on the adventures she experienced. There was some dispute about the accuracy of her tales, but the men she fooled were not happy about what she did, so the disdain might be expected. There is some exaggeration, and there is much bravado, to be sure. Her exposure of many of the corruptions within the Federal government, the attitudes between the North and South all make this a very readable narrative. Condition: NOT a library book. Original impressed, gilt covers, with professional re-backing with… Read More

Du Bose Heyward. Mamba's Daughters, A Novel of Charleston. Grosset & Dunlap Reprint Edition. Copyright 1929 Du Bose Heyward. States 1929 on the title page. USED. Very Good Condition/ Very Good G&D dust jacket. 311 Pages. 5 ¼ X 7 ¾.

Champlin Printing Co., Columbus, Ohio, 1898. Hardcover. First Edition. Condition: Good. No dust jacket. 401 pp + 58 pp Roster of Ohio Troops. Text: yellowed typical of age and materials used. Light foxing with no markings or prior owner attribution. Illustrated throughout with b/w drawings and photos. "The first notice of the organization of the First Ohio Cavalry, is found in a report of the Adjutant General of Ohio for 1861. In his report for that year, the Adjutant General states that, 'on July 21, 1861, after earnest solicitation, authority was received from Washington for raising eight companies, or a regiment of cavalry, directly for the service of the Federal Government. It was determined that this regiment should be one of maximum size, to consist of twelve companies. This was raised without difficulty, and rendezvoused at Camp Chase, in July, August and September'." This book provides in-depth details of how the First Ohio Cavalry was formed and served the North in the great Civil War. No… Read More

1869 CONFEDERATE 1ed Life of JEFFERSON DAVIS Secret History Civil War Pollard

The "Life of Jefferson Davis, with a Secret History of the Southern Confederacy" by Edward Albert Pollard offers what he describes as an "inside look" into the hidden operations of Jefferson Davis's administration during the U.S. Civil War. The book promises to reveal undisclosed events and actions that occurred behind the veil of the Richmond government, which outwardly displayed Republican ideals but operated with secrecy akin to an absolute despotism. Pollard, a journalist in Richmond throughout the war, claimed he was uniquely positioned to chronicle Davis's life and the concealed intricacies of the government. He stressed that he intended to present a factual, unbiased account, even as he placed significant responsibility on Davis for the Confederacy's downfall. The book aims to critically address the question of who should bear the blame for the Southern Confederacy's failure, highlighting Davis's almost exclusive… Read More

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