American Civil War Forums
17 Apr 2026 at 12:30pm
CivilWarTalk is an online community of Historians, Skirmishers, Re-enactors, and Enthusiasts dedicated to the exchange of ideas and information relating to all aspects of the American Civil War.
Table - What size cannon balls were used in the Civil War? | Arms ...
21 Apr 2026 at 12:30am
Civil War Cannon-Balls and Cannon-Shells came in a large variety of sizes! Some were as small as a modern baseball, and some were much larger than a modern basketball! Confederate torpedoes, shot, and shells in front of the arsenal, Charleston, SC, 1865. Photo by Selmar Rush Seibert...
Forum list | American Civil War Forums
17 Apr 2026 at 9:49pm
CivilWarTalk is an online community of Historians, Skirmishers, Re-enactors, and Enthusiasts dedicated to the exchange of ideas and information relating to all aspects of the American Civil War.
Best ACW Games in 2025 | Civil War Games & Miniatures
20 Apr 2026 at 9:49am
I spotted this list on YouTube. My favourites on the list are War of Rights followed by Ultimate General Civil War both of them are brilliant. I've also tried Grand Tactician: The Civil War but found it a bit rough around the edges when I played it. Hopefully the developers can improve the game...
Did Any Civil War Veterans Fight in WWI?
20 Apr 2026 at 3:01am
Agree with this summation. Am unaware of any Civil War veterans actively fighting in WW1. (CW veteran Peter Hains rejoined the military in 1917 and served on active duty, but not overseas on a fighting front).
The Saga Of Tom Dooley & My Civil War Genealogy
23 Apr 2026 at 7:08am
Thomas Charles Land (1828-1912), my 1st cousin 4 times removed. He was known at times to family and friends as "Squire", "The Wanderer", and "The Rover". Besides being a Church Deacon, schoolteacher, farmer, hunter, miner, explorer, and a twice-wounded Confederate Veteran, Thomas also possessed...
Hvy.Arty - Civil War Era Mortars - American Civil War Forums
19 Apr 2026 at 11:02am
At the time of the Civil War, three sizes of siege and seacoast mortars were common and considered standard: the 8-inch, the 10-inch, and the 13-inch mortar. 8-inch and 10-inch siege mortars had a maximum ranges of 2,225 and 2,064 yards, respectively, but their effective ranges were much shorter.
Uniforms - Weird Hats of The Civil War | Ranks, Uniforms, Clothing ...
21 Apr 2026 at 5:30am
As my username might suggest, I enjoy learning about the different types of hats worn by soldiers around the time of the American Civil War. Some of these hats are pretty unremarkable, like the beehive slouch hats frequently worn by rebel soldiers, or the forage caps worn by federal troops, but...
My Go-To Resources For Researching Units (by state) | Researching Civil ...
13 Apr 2026 at 8:46am
When I need to research Civil War units (which is often), I tend to use the following sites/books for units of that state. Individual regimental histories...
Dress coats of the Civil War | Ranks, Uniforms, Clothing, & Gear
22 Apr 2026 at 6:51pm
During the American Civil War, soldiers wore different types of dress coats depending on their job, rank, and which side they were on. Here's a quick breakdown: Frock Coat ? This was the most common coat, worn by regular soldiers and non-commissioned officers. It was long, double-breasted, and had a high collar. The Union version was dark blue, while the Confederate version was gray or ...
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17 Apr 2026 at 12:30pm
CivilWarTalk is an online community of Historians, Skirmishers, Re-enactors, and Enthusiasts dedicated to the exchange of ideas and information relating to all aspects of the American Civil War.
Table - What size cannon balls were used in the Civil War? | Arms ...
21 Apr 2026 at 12:30am
Civil War Cannon-Balls and Cannon-Shells came in a large variety of sizes! Some were as small as a modern baseball, and some were much larger than a modern basketball! Confederate torpedoes, shot, and shells in front of the arsenal, Charleston, SC, 1865. Photo by Selmar Rush Seibert...
Forum list | American Civil War Forums
17 Apr 2026 at 9:49pm
CivilWarTalk is an online community of Historians, Skirmishers, Re-enactors, and Enthusiasts dedicated to the exchange of ideas and information relating to all aspects of the American Civil War.
Best ACW Games in 2025 | Civil War Games & Miniatures
20 Apr 2026 at 9:49am
I spotted this list on YouTube. My favourites on the list are War of Rights followed by Ultimate General Civil War both of them are brilliant. I've also tried Grand Tactician: The Civil War but found it a bit rough around the edges when I played it. Hopefully the developers can improve the game...
Did Any Civil War Veterans Fight in WWI?
20 Apr 2026 at 3:01am
Agree with this summation. Am unaware of any Civil War veterans actively fighting in WW1. (CW veteran Peter Hains rejoined the military in 1917 and served on active duty, but not overseas on a fighting front).
The Saga Of Tom Dooley & My Civil War Genealogy
23 Apr 2026 at 7:08am
Thomas Charles Land (1828-1912), my 1st cousin 4 times removed. He was known at times to family and friends as "Squire", "The Wanderer", and "The Rover". Besides being a Church Deacon, schoolteacher, farmer, hunter, miner, explorer, and a twice-wounded Confederate Veteran, Thomas also possessed...
Hvy.Arty - Civil War Era Mortars - American Civil War Forums
19 Apr 2026 at 11:02am
At the time of the Civil War, three sizes of siege and seacoast mortars were common and considered standard: the 8-inch, the 10-inch, and the 13-inch mortar. 8-inch and 10-inch siege mortars had a maximum ranges of 2,225 and 2,064 yards, respectively, but their effective ranges were much shorter.
Uniforms - Weird Hats of The Civil War | Ranks, Uniforms, Clothing ...
21 Apr 2026 at 5:30am
As my username might suggest, I enjoy learning about the different types of hats worn by soldiers around the time of the American Civil War. Some of these hats are pretty unremarkable, like the beehive slouch hats frequently worn by rebel soldiers, or the forage caps worn by federal troops, but...
My Go-To Resources For Researching Units (by state) | Researching Civil ...
13 Apr 2026 at 8:46am
When I need to research Civil War units (which is often), I tend to use the following sites/books for units of that state. Individual regimental histories...
Dress coats of the Civil War | Ranks, Uniforms, Clothing, & Gear
22 Apr 2026 at 6:51pm
During the American Civil War, soldiers wore different types of dress coats depending on their job, rank, and which side they were on. Here's a quick breakdown: Frock Coat ? This was the most common coat, worn by regular soldiers and non-commissioned officers. It was long, double-breasted, and had a high collar. The Union version was dark blue, while the Confederate version was gray or ...
WHAT IS THIS? This is an unscreened compilation of results from several search engines. The sites listed are not necessarily recommended by Surfnetkids.com.
