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CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PROJECTILES: THE HALF SHELL BOOK, SIGNED BY AUTHOR JACK W. MELTON, JR.

CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY PROJECTILES: THE HALF SHELL BOOK, SIGNED BY AUTHOR JACK W. MELTON, JR.

First Edition, printed 2018. Hardcover, 392 pages with 850 photographs, most in color.  Also includes maps, an index and bibliography. Excellent, near new condition. “Through Jack’s superb… (380-104). Learn More »

YALE IN THE CIVIL WAR – FIRST EDITION

YALE IN THE CIVIL WAR – FIRST EDITION

Elliot, Jr., Ellsworth. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1932. in the publisher’s blue cloth binding; with title on the spine in gilt; dustjacket is missing. Measures 8 ¾” x 12”; 222 pages.… (602-37). Learn More »

FIRST EDITION -  6TH REGIMENT CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEERS – SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR SGT. CHARLES K. CADWELL, CO. F

FIRST EDITION - 6TH REGIMENT CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEERS – SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR SGT. CHARLES K. CADWELL, CO. F

“THE Old Sixth Regiment, ITS WAR RECORD, 1861-5.  New Haven: Tuttle, Morehouse & Taylor, 1875.  228 pages.  Green cloth covers with lettering on front cover and spine decorated in gilt. Rear… (602-36). Learn More »

1ST EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS” BY MURPHY & MADAUS FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

1ST EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS” BY MURPHY & MADAUS FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE LATE DEAN S. THOMAS

Very fine condition copy of “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS: INFANTRY SMALL ARMS MANUFACTURED IN THE SOUTHERN CONFEDERACY 1861-1865” by John M. Murphy and Howard Michael Madaus published in… (2022-1304). Learn More »

$350.00
Originally $450.00

BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG / UNITED STATES CHRISTIAN COMMISSION / SECOND REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF MARYLAND

BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG / UNITED STATES CHRISTIAN COMMISSION / SECOND REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF MARYLAND

Published by Sherwood & Co., Baltimore, MD, 1863.  142 pp., map. In Beige wraps, 5.625” x 9. Exhibits slight wear at the extremities, front cover chipped, rear cover detached. Else VG. Contains… (2020-464). Learn More »

$75.00
Originally $125.00

AMERICAN MIILITARY HEADGEAR INSIGNIA BY CAMPBELL & O’DONNELL

AMERICAN MIILITARY HEADGEAR INSIGNIA BY CAMPBELL & O’DONNELL

Excellent condition, as new First Edition. Written by J. Duncan Campbell & Michael J. O’Donnell. Published 2004, O’Donnell Publications. Hardcover, 311 pages. Heavily illustrated with black… (602-33). Learn More »

$55.00
Originally $65.00
SOLD

THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN IT'S GOLDEN AGE, ANNOTATED SECOND EDITION

THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN IT'S GOLDEN AGE, ANNOTATED SECOND EDITION

Written by Joe Kindig, Jr.  Longrifle Series, York, Pennsylvania: George Shumway, 2002.  Annotated Second Edition. Hardcover. 562 pages. Illustrated with black and white pictures of various rifles.… (205-183). Learn More »

$120.00
Originally $150.00

NEW TESTAMENT IDENTIFIED TO SOLDIER IN 16TH PA INFANTRY & 1ST PA CAVALRY WITH PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX AND BULLETS

NEW TESTAMENT IDENTIFIED TO SOLDIER IN 16TH PA INFANTRY & 1ST PA CAVALRY WITH PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX AND BULLETS

Small pocket testament published by the American Bible Society in 1863. Measures approximately 3” x 4.75”. Well-worn corners; strong binding and spine. Ink name on inside front cover, “David… (1254-158). Learn More »

BOOK – THE CUSTER ALBUM

BOOK – THE CUSTER ALBUM

By Lawrence A. Frost. 1st Edition. Published by Superior Publishing Company, Seattle, 1964. 8.5” x 11”, 192 pages. Blue cloth cover with red title on cover and spine. No dust jacket. A pictorial… (2025-1608). Learn More »

MA KING’S STORY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG – SIGNED BY AUTHOR, 1908 – EX-COCO COLLECTION

MA KING’S STORY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG – SIGNED BY AUTHOR, 1908 – EX-COCO COLLECTION

Sarah Barrett King lived on the east end of Gettysburg at the time of the battle.  On the first day's fighting she and her family were forced to abandon their home and seek shelter with their… (1300-107). Learn More »

$150.00
ON HOLD

“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER

“PIOUS REFLECTIONS” BOOK IDENTIFIED TO 56TH NORTH CAROLINA SOLDIER

This small “pocket” book is titled “Pious Reflections, for Every Day in the Month.” Translated from the French of Fenelon, Archbishop pf Cambray. Published by James Loring, CXXXII (132)… (1179-1261). Learn More »

HURRAH FOR THE ARTILLERY! – KNAP’S INDEPENDENT BATTERY “E”, PENNSYLVANIA LIGHT ARTILLERY

HURRAH FOR THE ARTILLERY! – KNAP’S INDEPENDENT BATTERY “E”, PENNSYLVANIA LIGHT ARTILLERY

This history is a review of the way “from the bottom up”, states the Introduction by the complier. Told from the perspective of the letters and the diary of three of the battery’s key members… (1180-260). Learn More »

1924 COPY OF “WORCESTER LIGHT INFANTRY 1803- 1922.”

1924 COPY OF “WORCESTER LIGHT INFANTRY 1803- 1922.”

Volume was published by Worcester Light Infantry History Association of Worcester. Massachusetts. The book meas. approx. 8.00 x 10.50 inches and runs 608 pages including index. Volume is hardbound in… (1011-60). Learn More »

$55.00
Originally $65.00

ORIGINAL COPY OF “HAMDEN MEN IN THE WORLD WAR.”

ORIGINAL COPY OF “HAMDEN MEN IN THE WORLD WAR.”

The full title of this volume is “AMERICAN DECORATIONS: A LIST OF AWARDS OF THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS AND THE DISTIGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL AWARDED UNDER… (1011-57). Learn More »

$20.00
Originally $25.00

GETTYSBURG SKELLY POST GAR MONUMENT DEDICATION BOOK

GETTYSBURG SKELLY POST GAR MONUMENT DEDICATION BOOK

A very good condition, cloth bound copy of a 27-page book covering the dedication of the Skelly Post G.A.R. monument, including the dedicatory address of local newspaper editor and U.S. Congressman… (2025-1897). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED 30th INDIANA OFFICER’S POCKET DICTIONARY: ACTIVE SERVICE 1861-1865

IDENTIFIED 30th INDIANA OFFICER’S POCKET DICTIONARY: ACTIVE SERVICE 1861-1865

An abridged Webster’s pocket dictionary bearing an 1863 New York, Philadelphia and Cincinnati publication date. Embossed leather covers partially detached and showing wear. Title page is there,… (490-7374). Learn More »

VIRGINIA REGIMENTAL HISTORY SERIES COPY OF 18THTH VIRGINIA INFANTRY HISTORY

VIRGINIA REGIMENTAL HISTORY SERIES COPY OF 18THTH VIRGINIA INFANTRY HISTORY

Gray hardcover with “18TH VIRGINIA INFANTRY” embossed in gold on the cover with the Virginia State Seal below it. Title also in gold on the spine. Printed by H. E. Howard and written by James I… (1268-1059). Learn More »

NICE COPY OF UNIFORM BUTTONS OF THE UNITED STATES, 1776-1865

NICE COPY OF UNIFORM BUTTONS OF THE UNITED STATES, 1776-1865

By Warren K. Tice. Published by Thomas Publications, Gettysburg, PA, 1997.  520 pp., ills. White glazed color-illustrated cover, 11.25 x 8.75”, with black spine lettering. Fine condition. An… (2025-1487). Learn More »

OUT OF PRINT BOOK – “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELIC & SOUVENIRS”

OUT OF PRINT BOOK – “GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD RELIC & SOUVENIRS”

Published in 2009 by Mike O’Donnell; now out of print. This book provides pictures and descriptions of relics found on the Battlefield of Gettysburg and surrounding area through the ages. This is… (2025-1276). Learn More »

RARE BOOK – JOHN WILKES BOOTH, HIMSELF

RARE BOOK – JOHN WILKES BOOTH, HIMSELF

By Richard J. S. Gutman and Kellie O. Gutman. 1979. Very rare, limited-edition book. Hand signed and numbered by the authors. This book is number 990 of 1000. Hard, cloth covers with the dust… (2025-1282). Learn More »


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THEFT FROM GRAVESITE OF GEN. JOHN REYNOLDS

A large artillery shell, one of pair that sit on either side of the grave of Gen. John F. Reynolds in Lancaster Cemetery, Lancaster, PA has been removed from the site. If anyone comes into contact with the shell or has any information regarding its… . Learn More »

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