Artillery in the Civil War

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Civil War Artillery

Historian Garry Adelman describes the different types of Civil War cannons and ammunition, and explains how they were fired. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

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Logistics of the Civil War

Historian Chris Kolakowski discusses Civil War logistics. This video is part of the Civil War Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Fortifications in the Civil War

In this In4 video segment, Historian Garry Adelman explains the various types of fortifications used by both sides during the Civil War. This video is part of the Civil War Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Naval Tech During the Civil War

Historian Roger Bailey discusses the revolution in naval weapons and propulsion that took place before the Civil War, and the rise of ironclads, torpedoes, and submarines in the wartime navies.

Infantry Tactics During the Civil War

Historian Garry Adelman explains why soldiers fought in "line of battle." This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Equipment of the Civil War

Michael McAfee discusses Civil War equipment. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Small Arms Weapons in the Civil War

In this In4 video segment, Civil War Trust staffer Douglas Ullman, Jr. explains and demonstrates the use of Civil War era small arms and armaments. This video is part of the Civil War Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Military Engagements of the Civil War

Historian Sam Smith explains the terms “skirmish” and “battle,” and how these engagements made up campaigns. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Army Organization During the Civil War

VIDEO | Historian Garry Adelman explains how the Union and Confederate armies organized and led their infantry, cavalry, and artillery units.

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