Very popular among re-enactors, this book explains what was worn, by whom, and in what combinations. With more than 300 photographs, it provides invaluable information on the dress styles and designs of women's clothing in the 19th century. It also includes descriptions of accessories and construction tips for those involved with reenactments and living history.

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Author Jeff Shaara rounds out the Civil War trilogy started by his late father Michael Shaara, whose book The Killer Angels describes the Battle of Gettysburg. Just as Jeff Shaara's Gods and Generals covers action prior to Gettysburg, The Last Full Measure picks up with Confederate General Robert E. Lee's retreat from Pennsylvania and continues through the end of the war. Shaara focuses on the characters of Lee and Union commander Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, both of whom play prominent roles in the earlier books. He also introduces a new one: Ulysses S. Grant, the Union general who would finally defeat the South--something no soldier before him could manage.

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In a prequel of sorts to his father Michael Shaara's 1974 epic novel The Killer Angels, Jeff Shaara explores the lives of Generals Lee, Hancock, Jackson and Chamberlain as the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg approaches. Shaara captures the disillusionment of both Lee and Hancock early in their careers, Lee's conflict with loyalty, Jackson's overwhelming Christian ethic and Chamberlain's total lack of experience, while illustrating how each compensated for shortcomings and failures when put to the test. The perspectives of the four men, particularly concerning the battles at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, make vivid the realities of war.

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Textile appraisers and collectors of fabrics, quilts, and antiques can use this book to recognize, identify, and date vintage American fabrics as used in quilts and clothing. Over 1,000 color fabric swatches are shown in this handy, pocket-size reference guide. Simply match antique fabrics by selecting a time period and comparing colors and prints.

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Rediscover the language of flowers, and the art of making them speak. A celebration of craft, lore, and language, TUSSIE MUSSIES is a stunning, full-color guide to tussie mussies, how to make them, and how the symbolic meanings of flowers and herbs have developed over centuries. A floral poet, Geri Laufer shows how to make 60 bouquets--tussie mussies to declare Ardent Love, say Happy Birthday, wish Congratulations, express Sympathy, celebrate a Newborn, mark an Anniversary, or honor a Mentor. Photographs by Starr Ockenga and Chipp Jamison

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Hardee's Tactics is an excellent resource for reenactors and military historians interested in the tactical mindset of both North and South during the War Between the States. The book is a synthesis of the Napoleonic/West Point tradition of formal battlefield tactics of the period. The book became widely used by both Union and Confederate forces as the handbook for teaching the Infantryman's battlefield maneuvers. It was the result of William Joseph Hardee's tactical scholarship in France, and his career as a United States Army officer before Lincoln provoked the initiation of hostilities at Ft Sumter. Shortly after the onslaught of war, Hardee resigned his U.S. Army commision and began his service in defense of his native state, Georgia. He would rise to the rank rank of General, and serve in defense of the South at Shiloh, Murfreesborough, Missionary Ridge, Atlanta, Jonesborough, Savannah, and Bentonville.

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Describes the duties of each commissioned officer rank in garrison and on the field of battle. Discusses military tactics of armies; administrative duties; special and general staffs; and duties of commanders of companies, regiments, brigades, divisions, and Army corps. An authentic Civil War era "how to" guide to officer duties that is essential for military enthusiasts, historians, reenactors, and today's military leaders.

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Reprint of book published in 1861 by Major William Gilham, Instructor of Tactics, and Commandant of Cadets of the Virginia Military Institute. Used by both sides. This is one of the few manuals that covers organization of Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry. Contains School of the Soldier, Company, Battalion, Trooper, Troop, and Squadron. Duties of Captains, Companies, Duties in Camp and Garrisons, etc. Covers the duty of Staff members. Battle tactics, Courts Martial, Music, and the Articles of War.
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