U.S. Sharpshooters-Berdan's Civil War Elite

Item BKS-11315

Description

Action-packed account of the legendary 1st and 2nd U.S. SharpShooters 
Based on diaries, letters, and other firsthand sources 
Photos of the men as well as their uniforms, equipment, and firearms plus paintings by acclaimed Civil War artist Don Troiani.

This detailed and beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Col. Hiram Berdan's brilliant conception: the U.S. SharpShooters, a specialized 2-regiment unit of marksmen recruited from the farming and backwoods communities of the North. Known for their distinctive green uniforms, Sharps breech-loading rifles, and risky tactics, the SharpShooters fought at battles such as the Peninsula, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. The book covers their training, tactics, and weapons and is a must-have for Civil War enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of special forces.

Note: All books are used but in excellent shape. Books are mailed book rate due to weight and according to the United States Postal Service, will take up to 12 days for delivery.