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Animal Histories of the Civil War Era: Conflicting Worlds

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Animals played a vital role in the American Civil War. They were used for transportation, food, and even as weapons. But they were also victims of the conflict, as both sides used animals for their own purposes.

Animal Histories of the Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions of the American Civil War)

by Earl J. Hess

5 out of 5

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Animal Histories of the Civil War Era: Conflicting Worlds explores the complex and often contradictory roles that animals played in the war. From the horses that carried soldiers into battle to the dogs that served as scouts and messengers, animals were an essential part of the war effort. But they were also victims of the conflict, as both sides used animals for food, transportation, and even as weapons.

This book tells the stories of these animals and the people who depended on them, shedding new light on the human and animal experience of the Civil War.

Horses

Horses were the most important animals in the Civil War. They were used for transportation, artillery, and cavalry. Both sides of the conflict used horses, and they were often the target of enemy fire.

A Horse In The Civil War Animal Histories Of The Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions Of The American Civil War)

Horses were also used for food. Both sides of the conflict slaughtered horses for meat, and they were often the only source of fresh meat for soldiers in the field.

Dogs

Dogs were also used in the Civil War, primarily as scouts and messengers. They were able to travel quickly and quietly, and they could be used to deliver messages or to spy on the enemy.

A Dog In The Civil War Animal Histories Of The Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions Of The American Civil War)

Dogs were also used for food. Both sides of the conflict slaughtered dogs for meat, and they were often the only source of fresh meat for soldiers in the field.

Mules

Mules were also used in the Civil War, primarily for transportation and artillery. They were stronger and more sure-footed than horses, and they could carry more weight. Mules were also less likely to be spooked by gunfire, which made them ideal for use in battle.

A Mule In The Civil War Animal Histories Of The Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions Of The American Civil War)

Mules were also used for food. Both sides of the conflict slaughtered mules for meat, and they were often the only source of fresh meat for soldiers in the field.

Pets

Pets were also present in the Civil War, although they were not as common as they are today. Soldiers often brought their pets with them to camp, and they provided companionship and comfort during the long and difficult days of war.

A Pet In The Civil War Animal Histories Of The Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions Of The American Civil War)

Pets were also used for food. Both sides of the conflict slaughtered pets for meat, and they were often the only source of fresh meat for soldiers in the field.

Animals played a vital role in the Civil War. They were used for transportation, food, and even as weapons. But they were also victims of the conflict, as both sides used animals for their own purposes.

Animal Histories of the Civil War Era: Conflicting Worlds tells the stories of these animals and the people who depended on them, shedding new light on the human and animal experience of the Civil War.

Animal Histories of the Civil War Era (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions of the American Civil War)

by Earl J. Hess

5 out of 5