Civil War Arms Makers and Their Contracts: a facsimile reprint of the Report by the Commission on Ordnance and Ordnance Stores, 1862

The historical report reprinted in this book is perhaps the most important arms-related document of the Civil War. Includes the correspondence, testimony and decisions of the Commission on Ordnance and Ordnance stores, which met in 1862 to review (and in many cases rewrite) all Federal contracts for guns, carbines, pistols, ammunition, swords and many other military items. The case histories, which cover over one hundred and seven manufacturers and suppliers, are remarkably in-depth. Terms of contracts are outlined, factories are described, machinery is listed, and the fairness of prices is debated. The amount of material covered is astounding . No arms historian or Civil War enthusiast will want to do without a personal copy of this invaluable resource. Absolutely Fascinating!