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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 »

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 »

1869 1ST EDITION REGIMENTAL HISTORY OF THE 51ST PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS – STAMPED AS GIFT FROM DRUMMER WILLIAM HANSELL

1869 1ST EDITION REGIMENTAL HISTORY OF THE 51ST PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS – STAMPED AS GIFT FROM DRUMMER WILLIAM HANSELL

Offered here is a scarce, original first edition of History of the 51st Regiment of P.V. and V.V. (Pennsylvania Volunteers and Veteran Volunteers). Authored by Captain Thomas H. Parker (Commander of… (2026-2119). Learn More »

$95.00
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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 »

EXCELLENT 1861 REVISED ARMY REGULATIONS WITH PERIOD OWNER SIGNATURE AND NH ANTIQUARIAN SOCIETY TAG

EXCELLENT 1861 REVISED ARMY REGULATIONS WITH PERIOD OWNER SIGNATURE AND NH ANTIQUARIAN SOCIETY TAG

This beautiful example of the 1862-published “Revised US Army Regulations (of 1861)” comes to us in an attractive and complete condition.  The embossed blue cloth covering shows minimal wear, and… (2026-2121). Learn More »

1st EDITION REGIMENTAL HISTORY – 127th PA – “DAUPHIN COUNTY REGIMENT”

1st EDITION REGIMENTAL HISTORY – 127th PA – “DAUPHIN COUNTY REGIMENT”

Offered here is a highly desirable, original 1902 first edition of the official regimental history for the famous 127th Pennsylvania Volunteers, affectionately known throughout the Commonwealth as the… (2026-2120). Learn More »

$75.00
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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

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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IDENTIFIED CASEY’S INFANTRY TACTICS (3 VOLS) – CAPTAIN JOHN SMITH, 11th NEW JERSEY

IDENTIFIED CASEY’S INFANTRY TACTICS (3 VOLS) – CAPTAIN JOHN SMITH, 11th NEW JERSEY

Offered is a complete set of Casey’s Infantry Tactics, identified to Captain John H. Smith of the 11th New Jersey.  Published by D. Van Nostrand, Volume I is dated 1863 (but dated 1862 on the upper… (490-7668). Learn More »

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 »


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