Saturday, August 22, 2009

The A B C's of the Civil War






A is for Abatis.



Abatis is a fortifacation used to block the advance of enemy troops.


B is for Bombshelter

These bombshelters were used by the women and children in Vicksburg during the intense bombardments.

C is for Caisson
This is a Caisson and Limber in it the ammunition for a cannon would be carried.
the next few letters will come soon

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