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1863 COMPOSITION BOOK PRINTED IN NORTH CAROLINA

1863 COMPOSITION BOOK PRINTED IN NORTH CAROLINA

Hardcover book with printed cover and brown cloth spine. Covers are heavily worn with much of the printing rubbed off. Covers also have a good amount of surface dirt from age and storage. Full title… (1000-1621). Learn More »

$250.00

1820 COPY OF “MILITARY LAWS” PRINTED IN RICHMOND

1820 COPY OF “MILITARY LAWS” PRINTED IN RICHMOND

Hardcover book with marbled covers and leather spine. Volume meas. approx. 4.25 x 7.00 inches and runs approx. 216 pages with index. The full title is “MILITARY LAWS: EXTRACTS FROM THE FEDERAL AND… (1000-1589). Learn More »

$175.00

THE CONFEDERATE STATES ALMANAC…1865

THE CONFEDERATE STATES ALMANAC…1865

Compiled by H.C. Clarke. Published at Mobile, AL, 1864. [Parish & Willingham 1503]. Wraps, 1st twenty four pages un-paginated. Missing covers, and missing pages past page 94, plus concluding 2 ½… (1000-1639). Learn More »

$450.00

1863 MESSAGE OF THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA AND ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS

1863 MESSAGE OF THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA AND ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS

Published by William F. Ritchie, Public Printer, Richmond VA, 1863. Various reports w/various paginations. Heavy brown card covers w/blue cloth spine & paper label (chipped). Exhibits cover scuffs… (1000-1631). Learn More »

$295.00

THE [CONFEDERATE] VOLUNTEERS’ HANDBOOK

THE [CONFEDERATE] VOLUNTEERS’ HANDBOOK

By Capt. J.K. Lee, of the First Regiment of Virginia Volunteers. Published by West & Johnson, Richmond, VA, 1861. 96 pp., wraps, w/butternut cloth covers & period paper label taped to front… (1000-1637). Learn More »

$650.00

REBEL RHYMES AND RHAPSODIES

REBEL RHYMES AND RHAPSODIES

Collected and edited by Frank Moore. Published by George P. Putnam, New York, 1864. 299 pp. In red buckram, 3.75 x 5.75”, w/ black cloth spine, upper third torn & missing. Exhibits slight cover… (1000-1623). Learn More »

$200.00

CONFEDERATE GRAMMAR BOOK TITLED “OUR OWN SCHOOL GRAMMAR”

CONFEDERATE GRAMMAR BOOK TITLED “OUR OWN SCHOOL GRAMMAR”

Book has a printed hard cover that reads “OUR OWN SCHOOL GRAMMAR, DESIGNED FOR OUR SCHOOLS AND ACADEMIES, AS A SEQUEL TO THE PRIMARY GRAMMAR” by Charles W. Smythe, A.M.” published by Sterling… (1000-1619). Learn More »

$375.00

CONFEDERATE RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS, VOL. 1

CONFEDERATE RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS, VOL. 1

By Brig. Gen. W.J. Hardee, C.S. Army. Published by S. H. Goetzel, Mobile, AL, First Year of the Confederacy. 250 pp. Brown glazed cloth, 3.5 x 5”. w/leather spine, gilt lettering. Exhibits scuffing… (1000-1643). Learn More »

$750.00

CAVALRY DRILL AND SABRE EXERCISE

CAVALRY DRILL AND SABRE EXERCISE

By George Patten. “Compiled Agreeably to the Latest Regulations of the War Department.”  Published by West & Johnson, Richmond, 1862. 165 pp. In blue wraps, 7.25 x 4.5”, w/illustrated cover… (1000-1662). Learn More »

$850.00

ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF VIRGINIA, PASSED IN 1861-62, INCLUDES THE CONFEDERATE CONSTITUTION - PRINTED IN RICHMOND – 1862, ID’D TO WILLIAM W. OLD, C.S. STAFF OFFICER

ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF VIRGINIA, PASSED IN 1861-62, INCLUDES THE CONFEDERATE CONSTITUTION - PRINTED IN RICHMOND – 1862, ID’D TO WILLIAM W. OLD, C.S. STAFF OFFICER

Marbled boards cover this war-era volume that was printed in Richmond by William F. Ritchie in 1862. Book contains four components. First section of book is titled, “PUBLIC OR GENERAL ACTS” and… (337-294). Learn More »

$750.00

THE FIRST YEAR OF THE WAR – RICHMOND, 1862

THE FIRST YEAR OF THE WAR – RICHMOND, 1862

By Edward A. Pollard. Published by West & Johnson, Richmond, VA, 1862. 374 pp. Front eps inscriptions (in pencil): “Miss Helen M. Winston/ Winston Hall……Miss Nannie B. Winston/ Louisa… (1000-1627). Learn More »

$450.00

MILITARY LAWS: EXTRACTS FROM FEDERAL AND STATE CONSTIUTIONS…MILITIA LAWS OF VIRGINIA, 1820

MILITARY LAWS: EXTRACTS FROM FEDERAL AND STATE CONSTIUTIONS…MILITIA LAWS OF VIRGINIA, 1820

Published by the Adjutant General’s Office, Richmond, Virginia, June, 1820. Printed by Shepherd & Pollard. Front eps date (in ink)—“January 11th 1832”. Rear eps inscription (in ink):… (1000-1630). Learn More »

$195.00

A GRAMMAR OF THE LATIN LANGUAGE, ID’D TO RUSSELL P. POPE, GREENWOOD, VA

A GRAMMAR OF THE LATIN LANGUAGE, ID’D TO RUSSELL P. POPE, GREENWOOD, VA

By Wm. Bingham, Of the Bingham School. Published by Sterling, Campbell & Albright, Greensboro, NC, W. Hargrave White, 1863. Owner inscription, front eps, in pencil & ink: “Russell P. Pope/… (1000-1658). Learn More »

$350.00

1861 U.S. INFANTRY TACTICS MANUAL

1861 U.S. INFANTRY TACTICS MANUAL

Authorized and Adopted by the Secretary of War. Published by J.B. Lippincott & Co., 1861. 450 pp., ills., fldg. dias. In green blind-stamped buckram, 5.375 x 3.375”, with gilt spine lettering… (1000-1576). Learn More »

$175.00

CS RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS. VOL. 1

CS RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS. VOL. 1

By Maj. Gen. W.J. Hardee, C.S. Army. Published by S.H. Goetzel & Co., Mobile, AL, 1863. 8th Edition. 228 pp. Brown card covers, 3.5 x 5”, w/green cloth spine, black lea. label (gilt… (1000-1644). Learn More »

$750.00

CS RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS, VOL. II

CS RIFLE AND INFANTRY TACTICS, VOL. II

By Maj. Gen. W.J. Hardee, C.S. Army. Published by S.H. Goetzel, Mobile, Al, 1863. 8th edition. 232 pp. Brown card covers w/green cloth spine, and leather label (faded gilt lettering). Exhibits… (1000-1645). Learn More »

$750.00

MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AND MARINES IN THE CIVIL WAR

MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AND MARINES IN THE CIVIL WAR

8 vols. & Index. Norwood, MA: Norwood Press, 1931-1935. Various pagination. Blue glazed cloth w/gilt spine lettering and trim. The entire set exhibits some minor wear; some spotting/discoloration… (173-2713). Learn More »

$300.00 per Set
Originally $360.00

CONFEDERATE MILITARY LAW — <i>THE JUDGE ADVOCATES VADE MECUM: EMBRACING A GENERAL VIEW OF MILITARY LAW</i>

CONFEDERATE MILITARY LAW — THE JUDGE ADVOCATES VADE MECUM: EMBRACING A GENERAL VIEW OF MILITARY LAW

By C.H. Lee. Published by West and Johnston, Richmond, VA, 1863. 251 pp. Marbled boards, calf lea. spine w/red leather spine label. Exhibits light foxing, text yellowed throughout, while remaining… (1000-1642). Learn More »

$950.00

ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF VIRGINIA, PASSED IN 1861-62

ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF VIRGINIA, PASSED IN 1861-62

Published by William F. Ritchie, Public Printer, Richmond, VA, 1862. Owner inscription: “J.R. Waltham,” front & rear eps. 182 pp., plus ordinances, resolutions, and the Constitution of the… (1000-1648). Learn More »

$225.00

INFANTRY TACTICS/DOUBLE AND SINGLE RANK — ID’D TO JOHN [?] A. BARKER, 5th MASSACHUSETTS VOL. MILITIA

INFANTRY TACTICS/DOUBLE AND SINGLE RANK — ID’D TO JOHN [?] A. BARKER, 5th MASSACHUSETTS VOL. MILITIA

By Bvt. Major-General Emory Upton, U.S. Army. Published by D. Appleton, New York, 1868. Owner ID inscription, front eps, in ink. 392 pp. In blue buckram, 3.75 x 5.75”, w/gilt spine lettering, above… (1000-1602). Learn More »

$95.00

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CONFEDERATE CLIP POINT BOWIE WITH SALVAGED MUSICIAN SWORD BRASS HILT

This clip-point Bowie a great example of southern improvisation- a kind of weapons-making version of folk art – not sophisticated, but with an appeal of it own.  Measuring 19.5 inches overall, the knife has a 13.25 inch blade that is 1.5 inches… (490-3265). Learn More »

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