[1993] Tall First Edition hardcover, full-color illustrations throughout, 192 pages. Condition of binding and text: Fine, pristine condition. Dustjacket: Shelf wear, mostly to top/bottom of spine panel (with one short tear), else overall Near Fine. The collector of Civil War books kept this book in a temperature-controlled cabinet; free of the smell of smoke from a cigarette or cigar smoker. Text is clean, very readable. Illustrations are bright, vivid. A nice first edition. This is one of the best pictorial books on the weapons and tactics of the Union and Confederate Armed Forces. Over 400 accurate illustrations of military weaponry, from rifles and muskets, to cannons and naval guns, together with bird's-eye view battle scenes. Here is a comprehensive analysis of the use and effectiveness of the military equipment that demonstrated Northern might over the South in the first modern war. Fascinating. A collectible book. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.

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Title: The Civil War Military Machine: Weapons and Tactics of the Union and Confederate Armed Forces [First Edition]
Publisher: Smithmark, New York
Publication Date: 1993
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0831713259
ISBN 13: 9780831713256
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Tony Gibbons and Dave Allen
Edition: First Edition
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

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Any Civil War buff will treasure this lavishly illustrated volume depicting the tactics and strategies of the Civil War and profiling the large selection of military equipment used by both sides.

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