Bluejackets: Uniforms of the United States Navy in the Civil War Period, 1852-1865

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Focusing on the uniforms, headgear, equipage, and weapons of the U.S. Navy during the Civil War, this comprehensive book draws from original documents, diaries, and letters to provide an in-depth analysis. It features numerous period images of navy personnel, many previously unpublished, alongside photographs of surviving artifacts. The author clearly details the evolution of officers' uniforms and offers insights into the clothing of enlisted men, making it a vital resource for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of maritime history.