Guns of the Western Waters: The Story of River Gunboats in the Civil War - Hardcover

""Guns of the Western Waters: The Story of River Gunboats in the Civil War"" by H. Allen Gosnell is a comprehensive account of the role of gunboats in the American Civil War, specifically those that operated on the western rivers. The book covers the design and construction of these gunboats, their deployment in battle, and their impact on the outcome of the war. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various types of gunboats used in the conflict, including the timberclads, ironclads, and tinclads. He also delves into the tactics employed by the Union and Confederate forces in river warfare, such as ramming and boarding. In addition to the military aspects of river gunboats, Gosnell also explores their impact on the civilian population along the western rivers. He discusses the disruption of trade and commerce, as well as the displacement of families and destruction of property caused by the gunboats. Overall, ""Guns of the Western Waters"" offers a fascinating and informative look at a little-known aspect of the Civil War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, naval warfare, or the American Civil War in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.