Shock Troops of the Confederacy: Sharpshooter Battalions of the Army of Northern Virginia. . by Ray, Fred L - 2006

Asheville, NC: CFS Press, 2006. [2006] FIRST EDITION hardcover and dustjacket, illustrations and vintage photos, blue binding, gilt lettering, 414 pages. Condition of hardcover: Back cover has minor discoloration. Internally: Fine. Overall book is Near Fine. Text is clear, very readable. Vintage photos and illustrations are clean, vivid. There is no old, smelly humidity stains and no smell of a smoker. Actually, book is in gift-giving condition. Dustjacket: New condition. The author, Fred L. Ray, makes extensive use of unpublished source material to give the book factual, historical value. The book clearly tells the story of the development of the Army of Northern Virginia's sharpshooter battalions, the weapons they used, how they trained with them, and their tactical use on the battlefield. It also tells the human story of the sharpshooters themselves, who describe in their own words what it was like to be in the thick of battle, on the skirmish line, and at their lonely picket posts.… Read More

CFS Press, 2006. 1st Edition . Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. The dustjacket shows minimal wear and is protected in a mylar cover. Brief inscription from the author on the endpage.

CFS Press, 2006-02-15. Hardcover. New. New. Your satisfaction is guaranteed!

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.