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Archaeological Perspectives on the American Civil War
Studio : University Press of Florida
by University Press of Florida
Publisher : University Press of Florida
Released : 2003-02-28
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Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9780813026510
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 3 reviews)
Our Price : $27.95
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From studies of Antietam Battlefield, site of the bloodiest day in American military history, to Andersonville, the infamous Confederate prison, these graphically illustrated essays aim to broaden our understanding of the American Civil War. They demonstrate how historical archaeology, combined with the traditional techniques of the study of history, generates new insights into battlefield tactics, social and military history and the effects of the war on civilians and communities. |
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This Will Appeal to all Civil War Enthusiasts! |
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My college degree, light years ago, was in Historic Archaeology, and I've been a Civil War enthusiast for 40 years. So, when I spotted this book, I just had to check it out. I wasn't disappointed and neither will you be. Archaeology in the Civil War field is relatively new, save for the traditional structures. All of that changed with the burning and subsequent excavations of the Custer Battlefield. Finally we are seeing more and more applications to various Civil War sites, although all too often it is salvage archaeology. In any event, this book will give you a glimpse into the science of historic archaeology without bogging you down and zoning you out with the technical aspects. The sites covered are varied and historically interesting. It is a fun read with ample photographs and charts. Of particular interest, for example, were the excavations at Andersonville that produced some spectacular results on locating and identifying the walls. Your next visit to a Civil War site will never be the same after you read this book and get a new perspective of what you are walking on. Buy and enjoy this book! |
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Brilliant, insightful, fascinating reading |
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This is an absoulutely brilliant work and makes fascinating reading for any Civil War Buff, collector or digger. Very well written articles that belie any misaprehensions that this may be too technical a subject. I couldn't put it down. It exemplifies the belief that "every artifact has a story to tell." Highly recommended. |
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An interesting look at historical Archaeology |
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This is an excellent book for the anyone interested both archaeology and history. Many people do not know what a great deal of information can be gleaned from an archaeological analysis of historic sites. The authors look at several archaeological studies done on the Civil War, especially the battle of Antietam, and shed some new light on military strategies, the ebb and flow of battlefields, and the daily lives of soldiers and citizens. A must-read for any Civil War buff and anyone interested in seeing how archaeology can affect the historical record. |
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