Tag Archives: tactics

Artillery: Chickamauga – “The terrible roar of artillery . . .”

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Dave Powell

When one thinks of effective artillery use in a Civil War Battle, Chickamauga doesn’t leap immediately into the forefront. Certainly Gettysburg or Malvern Hill take those honors. Or Antietam, remembered by the Confederates as “Artillery Hell.” But not Chickamauga – … Continue reading →

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Question of the Week: 4/24/-4/30/17

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Emerging Civil War

In April 1917, the United States officially entered World War I. What Civil War era tactics, innovations, and ideas were used during World War I – successfully or unsuccessfully?

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Question of the Week: 10/10-10/16/16

Posted on October 10, 2016 by Emerging Civil War

“Victories are not always measured by comparative losses. It is the effect on the enemy’s plans and future strategy which is the ultimate criterion.” (Major General S. W. Kirby, 1960) Is this theory correct? Are there any Civil War battles … Continue reading →

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ECW on C-SPAN: Longstreet at Chickamauga

Posted on September 21, 2016 by Emerging Civil War

This Saturday at 6 p.m., C-SPAN 3 brings you the keynote address from the Third Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium at Stevenson Ridge. Jim Ogden, historian at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, spoke on James Longstreet’s assault at Chickamauga. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Symposium Spotlight: David A. Powell and an Introduction to Civil War Tactics

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Emerging Civil War

We are pleased to welcome back David (Dave) A. Powell to the Emerging Civil War Symposium. Dave is a leading expert on the Chickamauga Campaign, and has penned multiple volumes on the battle for Savas Beatie, LLC. He was also integral … Continue reading →

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A Matter of Tactics revisited: 1815 vs. 1863 (Part two of a series)

Posted on July 18, 2015 by Dave Powell

On June 18, Europe celebrated the 200th anniversary of Waterloo, one of the most decisive engagements in history. 5,000 reenactors recreated the event, and it garnered a great deal of attention on the web. On July 1-3, here in the … Continue reading →

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Cowpens: Defense in Depth

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Bert Dunkerly

  On a cold January morning 234 years ago, one of the most stunning events in American military history took place in a cattle pasture.   Cowpens, South Carolina, was an overwhelming American victory, at a time when one was desperately … Continue reading →

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A Matter of Tactics

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Dave Powell

The trench-eye view of Civil War tactics has evolved considerably over the past 25+ years. Most notably, the whole question of rifled muskets, engagement ranges, and training has received intense revision and renewed scrutiny—a debate which has added considerable depth … Continue reading →

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