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1st EDITION “GENERAL WAINWRIGHT’S STORY” – WITH RARE “SKINNY WAINWRIGHT” NICKNAME SIGNATURE

1st EDITION “GENERAL WAINWRIGHT’S STORY” – WITH RARE “SKINNY WAINWRIGHT” NICKNAME SIGNATURE

General Jonathan "Skinny" Wainwright (1883–1953) was a US Army officer who commanded Allied forces in the Philippines during WWII. After overseeing the largest surrender in American history on… (1288-04). Learn More »

$295.00
Originally $350.00
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1st EDITION – HISTORY OF THE 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY

1st EDITION – HISTORY OF THE 5th NEW YORK CAVALRY

Published in limited numbers in 1865 by S. R. Gray of Albany, this work chronicles the history of the 5th New York Cavalry throughout its service during the Civil War.  The 5th New York’s combat… (2026-1365). Learn More »

$40.00
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BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER WITH UNION SHIELD – DATED 1863

BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER WITH UNION SHIELD – DATED 1863

This fine booklet is covered in brown velvet with an ivory Union Shield inlay at center front.  A brass frame binds the edges of each cover, stopping at the spine, and closes securely with an… (2026-486). Learn More »

$175.00
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RARE 1830 COPY - ABSTRACT OF INFANTRY TACTICS; INCLUDING EXERCISES AND MANEUVERS FOR LIGHT INFANTRY AND RIFLEMEN; FOR THE USE OF THE MILITIA OF THE UNITED STATES

RARE 1830 COPY - ABSTRACT OF INFANTRY TACTICS; INCLUDING EXERCISES AND MANEUVERS FOR LIGHT INFANTRY AND RIFLEMEN; FOR THE USE OF THE MILITIA OF THE UNITED STATES

An important piece of American military history, this manual was prepared under a board presided over by Major General Winfield Scott. It was authorized by an Act of Congress in 1829 to ensure… (1309-842). Learn More »

ID’D 3 VOLUME SET OF CASEY’S INFANTRY TACTICS – BREVET COLONEL MARCUS P. BESTOW, 26th OHIO & USV ADJUTANT GENERAL DEPARTMENT

ID’D 3 VOLUME SET OF CASEY’S INFANTRY TACTICS – BREVET COLONEL MARCUS P. BESTOW, 26th OHIO & USV ADJUTANT GENERAL DEPARTMENT

Offered is a complete set of Casey’s Infantry Tactics, dated 1862.  Each volume is complete and in good condition with appropriate wear given their previous ownership and purpose.  Green cloth… (2026-2122). Learn More »

NICE ORIGINAL EX-LIBRARY COPY- HISTORY OF THE 50TH MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEERS

NICE ORIGINAL EX-LIBRARY COPY- HISTORY OF THE 50TH MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEERS

The full title of this volume is “HISTORY OF THE FIFTIETH REGIMENT OF INFANTRY MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER MILITIA IN THE LATE WAR OF THE REBELLION.” The author is William B. Stevens who served as a… (668-409). Learn More »

$76.50
Originally $85.00

ORIGINAL EX-LIBRARY COPY - HISTORY OF THE 57TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY

ORIGINAL EX-LIBRARY COPY - HISTORY OF THE 57TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY

The full title of this volume is “THE FIFTY-SEVENTH REGIMENT OF MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEERS IN THE WAR OF THE REBELLION. ARMY OF THE POTOMAC.” The author is Capt. John Anderson, U.S. Army who served… (668-411). Learn More »

$112.50
Originally $125.00

ORIGINAL COPY - HISTORY OF THE 1ST MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY

ORIGINAL COPY - HISTORY OF THE 1ST MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT ARTILLERY

The full title of this volume is “THE STORY OF THE FIRST MASSACHUSETTS LIGHT BATTERY, ATTACHED TO THE SIXTH ARMY CORPS. A GLANCE AT EVENTS IN THE ARMIES OF THE POTOMAC AND SHENANDOAH, FROM THE… (668-427). Learn More »

$112.50
Originally $125.00
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APPRECIATIONS OF ROBERT EDWARD LEE

APPRECIATIONS OF ROBERT EDWARD LEE

A 1931 softcover booklet published by the Shenandoah Publishing House of Strasburg, Virginia, pairing two commemorative addresses on the life and memory of Robert Edward Lee. Tan printed wrappers,… (2025-3452). Learn More »

$45.00
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WILLIAM WHITING'S "THE WAR POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT" — FOURTH EDITION, 1863, EMANCIPATION LEAGUE IMPRINT

WILLIAM WHITING'S "THE WAR POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT" — FOURTH EDITION, 1863, EMANCIPATION LEAGUE IMPRINT

Whiting, William. THE WAR POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT, AND THE LEGISLATIVE POWERS OF CONGRESS, IN RELATION TO REBELLION, TREASON AND SLAVERY. Boston: John L. Shorey, 13 Washington Street, 1863. Fourth… (2025-3453). Learn More »

$55.00
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EXPLANATIONS AND SAILING DIRECTIONS TO ACCOMPANY THE WIND AND CURRENT CHARTS — SEVENTH EDITION, WITH A CONTEMPORARY OBITUARY SCRAPBOOK FOR M.F. MAURY, OWNED BY WM. LEWIS MAURY

EXPLANATIONS AND SAILING DIRECTIONS TO ACCOMPANY THE WIND AND CURRENT CHARTS — SEVENTH EDITION, WITH A CONTEMPORARY OBITUARY SCRAPBOOK FOR M.F. MAURY, OWNED BY WM. LEWIS MAURY

Maury, M.F. (Matthew Fontaine Maury). Explanations and Sailing Directions to Accompany the Wind and Current Charts. Approved by Commodore Charles Morris, Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance and… (1179-054A). Learn More »

1863 BOOKLET – THE BUGLE-CALL – ROOT & CADY, CHICAGO

1863 BOOKLET – THE BUGLE-CALL – ROOT & CADY, CHICAGO

The Bugle Call was a celebrated 1863 booklet compiled by composer and music publisher George F. Root. Published in Chicago by Root & Cady, the pocket-sized pamphlet served as a crucial cultural… (2026-1964). Learn More »

1866 ROLL OF HONOR BOOKLET: US CIVIL WAR DEAD OF TEXAS W/ SECTION OF OTHER BOOKLET IN SERIES

1866 ROLL OF HONOR BOOKLET: US CIVIL WAR DEAD OF TEXAS W/ SECTION OF OTHER BOOKLET IN SERIES

“The Roll of Honor: Names of Soldiers Who Died in “Defence” of the American Union, interred in the Eastern District of Texas, Central District of Texas, Rio Grande District, Camp Ford/Tyler… (2026-510). 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 »

$55.00
Originally $70.00

VERY SCARCE 1817 COPY – MEMOIRS OF FOUCHE (JOSEPH FOUCHE, FRENCH REVOLUTION/NAPOLEONIC ERA)

VERY SCARCE 1817 COPY – MEMOIRS OF FOUCHE (JOSEPH FOUCHE, FRENCH REVOLUTION/NAPOLEONIC ERA)

The Memoirs of Fouché is a seminal—albeit controversial—insider account of the French Revolution and Napoleonic era, purportedly written by Joseph Fouché, Napoleon’s infamous Minister of… (611-53). Learn More »

VERY RARE LIMITED FIRST PRINTING – REMINISCENCES OF THE CIVIL WAR BY P. L. LEDFORD, 14th NORTH CAROLINA, 1909

VERY RARE LIMITED FIRST PRINTING – REMINISCENCES OF THE CIVIL WAR BY P. L. LEDFORD, 14th NORTH CAROLINA, 1909

"Reminiscences of the Civil War, 1861-1865" by Preston Lafayette Ledford is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a personal memoir that recounts the author's… (959-75). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED COPY OF CRAIGHILL’S CIVIL WAR “ARMY OFFICER’S POCKET COMPANION”

IDENTIFIED COPY OF CRAIGHILL’S CIVIL WAR “ARMY OFFICER’S POCKET COMPANION”

A nicely identified copy of William Craighill’s Army Officer's Pocket Companion by William P. Craighill. Based largely on French sources, this is a detailed manual, “principally designed for staff… (2026-1347). Learn More »

CS GOVERNMENT IMPRINT BOOKLET – CORRESPONDENCE RECORDS - BRITISH CONSULS IN THE CSA, RICHMOND, 1863

CS GOVERNMENT IMPRINT BOOKLET – CORRESPONDENCE RECORDS - BRITISH CONSULS IN THE CSA, RICHMOND, 1863

This booklet, printed at the Sentinel Office in Richmond in 1863, provides a comprehensive record of important communications between British consuls/representatives living in the Confederate States… (2026-504). Learn More »

1ST EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS” BY MURPHY & MADAUS

1ST EDITION COPY OF “CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS” BY MURPHY & MADAUS

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… (1285-05). Learn More »

OFFICIAL REGISTER OF OFFICERS AND CADETS OF THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY…JUNE, 1849

OFFICIAL REGISTER OF OFFICERS AND CADETS OF THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY…JUNE, 1849

Printed by W. L Burroughs, New York [1849]. 19 pp., in beige stitched wraps, 4.25” x 6.25. Very slight chipping at the extremities, else VG plus.. Order of merit--#1 in their respective… (1189-94). Learn More »

$100.00
Originally $160.00


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