The U.S. Army in the West, 1870-1880: Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment,9780806127057

The U.S. Army in the West, 1870-1880: Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment

by McChristian, Douglas C.
ISBN13: 9780806127057
ISBN10: 0806127058
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2000-05-01
Publisher(s): Univ of Oklahoma Pr
List Price: $42.75

Rent Book

Select for Price
Add to Cart
There was a problem. Please try again later.

New Book

We're Sorry
Sold Out

Used Book

We're Sorry
Sold Out

eBook

We're Sorry
Not Available

Buy from our Marketplace starting at $8.80

How Marketplace Works:

  • This item is offered by an independent seller and not shipped from our warehouse
  • Item details like edition and cover design may differ from our description; see seller's comments before ordering.
  • Sellers much confirm and ship within two business days; otherwise, the order will be cancelled and refunded.
  • Marketplace purchases cannot be returned to eCampus.com. Contact the seller directly for inquiries; if no response within two days, contact customer service.
  • Additional shipping costs apply to Marketplace purchases. Review shipping costs at checkout.

Summary

McChristian describes the development of army uniforms, equipment, and small arms during a pivotal decade of experimentation and against the backdrop of a highly influential military operation, the Indian campaigns in the West. Illustrated with more than two hundred photographs gathered from the public and private collections across the nation, the book will serve as a primary reference for collectors, curators, and students not only of militaria but also of the colorful frontier era.

Table of Contents

Illustrations
ix
Foreword xv
John P. Langellier
Preface xvii
Introduction 3(4)
A Problem of Morale: The War Surplus, 1865--1871
7(33)
Distinctive and Honorable Dress for the Soldier, 1872--1873
40(38)
To Contrive Means for Carrying Clothing and Rations, 1870--1872
78(27)
The Best Small Arms for the Use of the Army, 1870--1880
105(39)
Until Those Now on Hand Are Exhausted: Clothing, 1874--1877
144(34)
New Schemes for Inflicting Something Wonderful on the Soldier: Equipment, 1874
178(44)
To the Great Relief and Satisfaction of the Army: Equipment and Clothing, 1878--1880
222(29)
Epilogue
246(5)
Appendix I Sample Cartridge Boxes of the St. Louis Board, 1870: A Photographic Essay 251(10)
Dennis L. Gahagen
Appendix II Directions for Fitting Infantry Equipments, U.S. Army, 1872 261(8)
Appendix III Instructions for Assembling and Wearing the Infantry Equipments, Blanket Bag Pattern, by Captain A. L. Varney, Ordnance Department 269(2)
Notes 271(26)
Bibliography 297(8)
Index 305

An electronic version of this book is available through VitalSource.

This book is viewable on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and most smartphones.

By purchasing, you will be able to view this book online, as well as download it, for the chosen number of days.

Digital License

You are licensing a digital product for a set duration. Durations are set forth in the product description, with "Lifetime" typically meaning five (5) years of online access and permanent download to a supported device. All licenses are non-transferable.

More details can be found here.

A downloadable version of this book is available through the eCampus Reader or compatible Adobe readers.

Applications are available on iOS, Android, PC, Mac, and Windows Mobile platforms.

Please view the compatibility matrix prior to purchase.