Wagonmasters Serving the Union During the Civil War
WEBAug 15, 2016 · What they do provide is the name of each wagonmaster, his commanding officer, the station at which he served, and (for most) the year of service--generally 1862-65, but occasionally 1866-67. Cards for surnames beginning with I and J are not extant.
How is a teamster classified? - American Civil War Forums
WEBApr 18, 2019 · There were over 3,000 teamsters directly serving the Union and Confederate armies in the Gettysburg campaign and their duties were virtually identical. The vast majority were privates who were detailed from the ranks, although they received an additional allowance (typically 25 cents extra per day).
Behind the Horsepower of Civil War Armies - HistoryNet
WEBAug 31, 2018 · Despite the available technology of roads and steamships, Civil War armies were supplied much like the Roman armies had been. North and South still relied on the simple strength of wagons, the brawn of mules, horses and oxen, and the skill of unheralded wagon masters and teamsters to drive them.
WEBJun 8, 2021 · “Consolidated cleansers of leather and collars, draughtsmen; assistants; are wagonmasters Teamsters, laborers; and Daily messengers; also agents, ambulance …
Confederate Wagon Trains, Teamsters, and Wagoneers - Blogger
WEBMonday, March 23, 2020. Confederate Wagon Trains, Teamsters, and Wagoneers. Over the years, I have collected quite a few volumes on the War. They include general reference works, biographies of military and political figures, books on places, and on battles.
Glossary of Civil War Terms - American Battlefield Trust
WEBCasualty: A soldier who was wounded, killed, or missing in action. Cavalry: A branch of the military mounted on horseback. Cavalry units in the Civil War could move quickly from …
Smarthistory – Winslow Homer, Army Teamsters
WEBDuring the United States Civil War, Winslow Homer was an artist correspondent for Harper’s Weekly Illustrated Magazine. On various occasions, he traveled with the U.S. (Union) Army and made sketches of what he observed of battles, camp life, and other aspects of military operations.
American Civil War for Kids - Supply Trains
WEBSupply trains were made up of wagons, horses, mules, and teamsters who were the drivers. A teamster was a soldier and his job was very dirty and dangerous. When a wagon was empty, the teamster was sent back to a supply base to …
Remembering Civil War rails | Trains Magazine
WEBJan 21, 2011 · The arched doors on each end allowed a train to “pull through.” The side doors allowed teamsters to back their wagons against the cars and workers to transload the freight. Even in the Deep South, and even during the Civil War, the elements of railroading and intermodal transportation were well understood. Chattanooga Car Shops.
The Role of the USCT in the Civil War - American Battlefield Trust
WEBOct 27, 2020 · For example, Sergeant Nimrod Burke of the 23 rd USCT, started the war as a civilian teamster and scout for the 36 th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in April 1861. These men earned positions as non-commissioned officers partially because they were familiar with the procedures of the army.
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