Civil War

1861 Washington DC MAP US 36th Congress Directory America Politics Civil War
'Department Directory and Register' is a congressional directory for the second session of the 36th Congress of the United States. In addition to providing names and personal information for these American politicians, this book includes an impressive folding map of the city of Washington D.C.
Item number: #11958
Price: $499
WINEBERGER, J.A. [edit.]
Department directory and register of officers in the service of the United States in the city of Washington, giving their names, no. of their rooms and story in each department, salary and residence, also, an alphabetical list of all their names
Washington : C. Bohn, 1861.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
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100; 47, [1]
· Language: English
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Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
· Size: ~8in X 5in (20cm x 13cm)
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1865 1ed Confederate Rebel Prisons TORTURE Andersonville Civil War Life & Death

Robert Kellogg's 'Life and Death in Rebel Prisons' is a rare Civil War account of prisoners of war and conditions of Confederate prisons. According to Nevins,
"A sergeant's journal of captivity, reworked by the editor; very bitter over deliberate cruelty to prisoners, but also gives facts tending to show the opposite."
The contents describe prisoners in Andersonville, Atlanta, Millen and Libby prisons, and other notable prisons, as well as descriptions of prison hospitals in the South.

In addition to the fascinating contents, this work features impressive full-page engravings of Civil War battle scenes and treatment of prisoners, including one disturbing view of prisoners being hanged by their thumbs – strappado torture!
Item number: #17330
Price: $499
KELLOGG, Robert H
Life and death in rebel prisons; giving a complete history of the inhuman and barbarous treatment of our brave soldiers by rebel authorities
Hartford,… Read More

1864 CIVIL WAR 1ed George McClellan Letter Secretary of War Battle Strategy
A rare first edition printing of 'Letter of the Secretary of War', reporting on General George McClellan's organization of the Army of the Potomac during the American Civil War. This collection of letters and correspondence describes Civil War soldiers, army coordination, engineers, medical staff, and battle tactics. One important section describe the direction of moving artillery to Gettysburg!
Item number: #18078
Price: $499
McCLELLAN, George Brinton
Letter of the Secretary of War, transmitting report on the organization of the Army of the Potomac and of the campaigns in Virginia and Maryland : under the command of Maj. Gen. George B. McClellan, from July 26, 1861, to November 7, 1862.
Washington, D.C. : Government Printing Office, 1864. First edition.

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Collation: Complete with all pages
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[2], 242
· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; secure
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Cloth
· Size: ~9in X 6in (23cm… Read More

[Civil War] Three Union Civil War Letters. [Circa 1861-63] Two home front letters, one with a colorful Union letter head; one mentioning the draft; with a letter from a soldier at Fort Scott about the death of his former girlfriend.
The first letter has a colorful letterhead The Young Volunteer "Bully for You" depicting a soldier with saber, in front of a canon with an American Flag. Weston [Mass.?] August 6, 1861. News of home, travel. The second letter is from a young woman on a farm to her Aunt. She discusses the draft, so probably 1863. She is happy her Uncle was not drafted. She also notes "they have not drafted here yet. They will in a few days. They have been waiting until they get the wheat threshed." The third letter is from a soldier at Fort Scott, Virginia to his mother. It has the envelope postmarked Alexandria Virginia Aug. 4, 1863. He explains he tried to get a furlough to come home, apparently because his former girlfriend died, but messed up the paperwork. Interesting group about life… Read More

1866 1ed Army Potomac McClellan CIVIL WAR Union Battle MAPS Swinton PROVENANCE
The Army of the Potomac was the most important Union army during the Civil War, led by George McClellan. In addition to McClellan's own reports on the army, author William Swinton published an account of the various campaigns involving the Army of the Potomac. This book, first published in 1866, contains impressive illustrated maps and portraits.
Per Nevins on this work:
"an analysis by a New York Times war correspondent… invaluable interpretation."
Item number: #19783
Price: $499
SWINTON, William
Campaigns of the Army of the Potomac;.
New York: Charles Richardson, 1866. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
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640
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20 full-page maps, portraits throughout; 7 in-text maps
· References: Dornbusch III, 1280; Larned 2342; Nevins I, 45;
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Provenance: J. Watts de Peyster, 1886
o John Watts de Peyster, Sr. (1821–1907) was an American author on the art of war, philanthropist,… Read More

1849 Washington Grays Philadelphia Light Artillery CIVIL WAR Soldier PROVENANCE
"Without question [the Washington Grays] have been the parent and pattern of the militia of the City and State, as well as the foundation upon which was erected the magnificent National Guard of Pennsylvania if not of the entire country."
—John Oppell Foering
Scarcely printed, this copy of the 'Constitution and By-Laws…' of the historic Washington Grays of Philadelphia is incredibly rare! The Washing Grays Artillery Corp was an American volunteer regiment which functioned during both peace and war times. Formed in 1822, the iconic regiment would be continually relevant across the history of 19th-century America. Before becoming integrated into the Pennsylvania National Guard in 1879, the Corps would be utilized in numerous events and battles, including:
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Philadelphia Nativist Riots, 1844
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Mexican-American War, 1846
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Honor guard for the remains of former president John Quincy Adams, 1848
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1862 General McClellan Manual Bayonet Fencing Civil War SOLDIER Provenance WI

"The Union, which can alone ensure internal peace, and external security to each State, Must and Shall be Preserved, cost what it may in time, treasure, and blood."
– George B. McClellan

George Brinton McClellan was an important officer during the American Civil War and the Mexican-American War. He published several works on his involvement in the military, such as his 'Manual of Bayonet Exercise'. This soldier's manual was written based on the French fencing techniques of Gomard and includes numerous full-page illustrations depicting footwork and attack positions.

Item number: #40193
Price: $599
McCLELLAN, George B.
Manual of bayonet exercise: prepared for the use of the army of the United States.
Philadelphia: J.P. Lippincott and Co., 1862.

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xii, 118
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24 engraved plates
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Provenance: Handwritten - Julius H. Lauderdale, Captain of Comp. I, 13th Regiment W.A.,… Read More

1865 Civil War 1st ed William Tecumseh Sherman Campaigns Union Biography Maps

A rare, first edition printing of Col. S.M. Bowman and Lt. Col. R.B. Irwin's collectively written biographical work on the military campaigns of Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman in the US Civil War.
Bowman and Irwin's description of Sherman's character and his military career shed light on his strategic innovation. Sherman's approach to command and strategy would have him later declared by British historian, B.H. Liddell Hart as "…the first modern general." This work portrays Gen. Sherman's military exploits in great detail expertly conveying the exceptional, yet polarizing strategies Sherman employed against the Confederate army while also showcasing the respect his soldiers had for him under his command.
Item number: #40326
Price: $550
BOWMAN, Col. S.M.; IRWIN, Lt.-Col. R.B.
Sherman and His Campaigns: A Military Biography
New York: Charles B. Richardson; Cincinnati: C.F. Vent and Co.; Springfield: W.J. Holland, 1865.… Read More

1877 Confederate CSN Capt Wilkinson 1ed Narrative of Blockade-Runner Civil War

Confederate Naval Captain John Wilkinson's "The Narrative of a Blockade-Runner" is a fascinating 19th-century first-hand account that provides a detailed narrative on blockade-running during the American Civil War. In addition to chronicling the experiences of smuggling goods through the Union's naval blockade, the book also offers insights into significant events such as the controversial capture of New Orleans. Through access to previously unpublished documents, Wilkinson presents a fresh perspective on these historical events. The book aims to contribute to a better understanding of the war and to promote dialogue between the North and South.

This 1877 first edition, first printing is significantly rare with only one other copy recorded across library archives worldwide.

Item number: #40899
Price: $499

Wilkinson, J.

The Narrative of a Blockade-Runner.

New York: Sheldon and Company, 1877. First edition, first… Read More

1893 Confederate Robert E. Lee Civil War General US Military Illustrated Cooke

A rare edition of the 19th-century historical, popular biography, 'Robert E. Lee.' This is a remarkable biography that delves into the life and legacy of one of America's most revered military leaders. Published in 1893 by G.W. Dillingham in New York, this book offers a captivating portrayal of General Robert E. Lee, exploring his early years, his military career, and his role in the American Civil War. Cooke's meticulous research and eloquent writing bring to life the character, principles, and strategic brilliance of Lee, making this volume an essential read for history enthusiasts and admirers of Lee's remarkable contributions.

This 1893 edition includes numerous illustrations throughout with a decorative hardcover binding.

Item number: #30406
Price: $499

COOKE, John Esten

Robert E. Lee

New York: G. W. Dillingham, 1893.

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· Collation: Complete
o vi, 501, [1]
o 21 engraved plates (including 9… Read More

Prison Life of Jefferson Davis Embracing Details and Incidents of his Captivity, Particulars Concerning his Health and Habits, Together with Many Conversations on Topics of Great Public Interest. By John J Craven, M.D. New York: Carleton, Publisher. London: S Low Son & Co. 1866 First Edition. Written by the attending physician, this book presents a sympathetic account of Jefferson Davis. The conversations on various subjects are of particular interest to biographers and historians alike.
Condition: NOT a Library book, but there is one crimp on top right of title page as shown in photographs. Binding is sound, frontispiece has original tissue guard, and overall binding is superior, especially for its age.
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1890 CUSTER 1ed Following the Guidon Civil War Indian Wars PROVENANCE Burnside

"There are not enough Indians in the world to defeat the Seventh Cavalry"
– General George Custer

First edition of Elizabeth Custer's 'Following the Guidon.' She wrote this book with the attempt of creating a legacy for her husband, General George Custer. She succeeded. In fact, she is without a doubt the most important force in creating a sense of 'legend' around her late husband. She turned him into a Western hero and martyr, which slightly differs from the truth in his military failures, mainly at the Battle of Little Big Horn.

This work includes a description of the march into Indian Territory, dealing with scouts, the Battle of the Washita, Indian prisoners and trials, hunting records, army housekeeping, Indian captivity of white women, and more!

Item number: #30705
Price: $599

CUSTER, Elizabeth Bacon

Following the Guidon

New York: Harper & Bros., 1890. First edition.

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Richmond VA: Whittet and Shepperson, 1893. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Very Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Octavo. 291 pages. Hardcover in brown cloth. The binding shows light rubbing and wear, but overall a clean and attractive copy. Patterned endpapers. Text is toned. John McElhenney (1781-1871) was a Presbyterian minister born in Waxhaws, South Carolina and went to Washington College in 1802. Thereafter he went to Princeton. After he became a preacher, he was sent to the Old Stone Church in Lewisburg, Virginia (now West Virginia) along the Greenbriar River. He delivered his first sermon there in 1808 and remained at the same church for over 60 years. This volume contains a chapter on his service during the Civil War and as West Virginia separated from Virginia.

1889 American Soldier 1ed Story of the Revolutionary Civil War Army Navy Marines

A rare, first edition printing of the 19th-century American patriotic work, 'The Story of the American Soldier.' A frequent author in the library of many Americana collectors, Elbridge Streeter Brooks describes the evolution of the American soldier from the earliest colonial days through to the end of the Civil War. The historical contents of this work are accompanied by 52 excellent illustrations depicting soldier's uniforms, iconic military leaders, historic battlefields, and much more!

Item number: #40263
Price: $499

BROOKS, Elbridge S.

The Story of the American Soldier in War and Peace

Boston: D. Lothrop Company, 1889. First edition.

Details:
· Collation: Complete
o x, [2], [11]-350, [2]
o 52 illustrations
· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
o Decorative blue cloth
· Size: ~9in X 7in (22.5cm x 17.5cm)

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Octavo (8 1/2 by 5 3/4 inches) Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott & Co., 1881. First Edition. 322 pages illustrated with engraved frontispiece and portraits (including Sheridan, Sherman, Rosecrans, and Grant), Appendix (containing "Speech of General W. T. Sherman," and letters from George B. McClellan, and others regarding the unveiling of a statue, and the dedication of a monument in honor of Thomas), and an index. Green cloth binding bordered in blind with Greek key pattern, facsimile signature of Thomas, in gilt, centered on upper cover; and title, author and publisher in gilt on spine. Very good condition (minor shelf wear, not affecting contents).

"A brief, . . . and adulatory account of Thomas's military career; written by an associate:" Nevins. "Civil War Books, A Critical Bibliography," volume II, page 67.