Civil War 1864
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Recruit
A soldier who has just signed up to be a soldier and is without battle experience.
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Rifled Musket
The standard infantry weapon used in the war. Usually .58 or .577 caliber, the “rifle” fired a Monet ball through a spiral grooved barrel, spinning the bullet for more velocity and accuracy.
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Salt pork
The most common meal ration during the war, along with hard tack and coffee. The pork was salted to preserve it.
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Secede
To withdraw from the union, as 11 Southern States did in 1862-1861. During the war, Southerners were frequently called “secesh” by the Northerners.
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Strategy
The art of military command as to an overall plan of war. How to deploy troops and we are to deploy troops are components of strategic planning.
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Sutler
Dry goods salesman who traveled with the Northern armies. Considered necessary for the provision of extra items for the soldiers, suck where is often cheater and over charge military customers.
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Tactics
The art of maneuvering troops on a battlefield.
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Torpedo
Civil war term for an underwater mine that exploded. Used on rivers to defend against enemy ships.
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Turning movement
Military tactic. Sending troops around the enemy’s flanks (side) to attack his line of communications in the rear of his battle nine.
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Union
The collection of 23 Northern states which fought the rebellious Confederacy during the Civil War. Also called The United States of America.
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Yank or The Blue, Federal, or Billy Yank:
Term for soldiers who fought for the union.
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