"The fatal blunder of the day" The artillery fight at the first battle of Bull Run

Artillery, when used properly, often brings success in battle. In the first major battle of the American Civil War, the Battle of Bull Run, the Union misused its artillery, disregarding their range advantage, while the Confederates employed sound artillery tactics. The use and misuse of artillery at...

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Published inField Artillery no. 4; p. 22
Main Author Schreckengost, Gary J
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Fort Sill United States Army Field Artillery Association 01.07.2001
Subjects
American Civil War
Military engagements
Military strategy
Military weapons
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Summary:Artillery, when used properly, often brings success in battle. In the first major battle of the American Civil War, the Battle of Bull Run, the Union misused its artillery, disregarding their range advantage, while the Confederates employed sound artillery tactics. The use and misuse of artillery at the first Battle of Bull Run is discussed.
ISSN:0899-2525