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civil war
A civil war is a war between organized groups within the same state or country, or, less commonly, between two countries created from a formerly united state. The aim of one side may be to take control of the country or a region, to achieve independence for a region or to change government policies. The term is a calque of the Latin bellum civile which was used to refer to the various civil wars of the Roman Republic in the 1st century BC.
A civil war is a high-intensity conflict, often involving regular armed forces, that is sustained, organized and large-scale. Civil wars may result in large numbers of casualties and the consumption of significant resources. Most modern civil wars involve intervention by outside powers. According to Patrick M. Regan in his book Civil Wars and Foreign Powers (2000) about two thirds of the 138 intrastate conflicts between the end of World War II and 2000 saw international intervention, with the United States intervening in 35 of these conflicts.
Civil wars since the end of World War II have lasted on average just over four years, a dramatic rise from the one-and-a-half-year average of the 1900–1944 period. While the rate of emergence of new civil wars has been relatively steady since the mid-19th century, the increasing length of those wars has resulted in increasing numbers of wars ongoing at any one time. For example, there were no more than five civil wars underway simultaneously in the first half of the 20th century while there were over 20 concurrent civil wars close to the end of the Cold War. Since 1945, civil wars have resulted in the deaths of over 25 million people, as well as the forced displacement of millions more. Civil wars have further resulted in economic collapse; Somalia, Burma (Myanmar), Uganda and Angola are examples of nations that were considered to have promising futures before being engulfed in civil wars.
I’m looking to trade my 4.5ft cannon with wheels for some night vision goggles. Can do cash either way. The cannons trade value is 3k-4k. Text me for more info or pictures. The cannon is solid iron and is lined with steel. Two0eight66one95onenine
Very solid professional conversion for use in the Civil war. Definitely a collectible, but also a shooter. Everything locks up tight, and functions accordingly.
Only issues are with the wood. One small crack, doesn’t affect functionality or safety, and where the ramrod seats. Common issue with...
This is an original 1863 Springfield Rifle in excellent condition. This is not just a brilliant display piece but a great shooter as well. I have taken this rifle hunting many times and it has never failed me. The bore is in very nice condition and the accuracy is uncanny. Make no mistake, these...
Up for sale or trade is a beautiful original 3 band 1863 Model Springfield Rifle. This .58 cal rifle was the standard infantry issued firearm for the Union Army during the Civil War and remained in service for some time after. This rifle is in excellent condition. The bore is bright and rifling...
Helping a little old lady sell her husband's prized possessions. I have not done a ton of research on this yet so hit me with all the technicalities and questions price is a starting point / looking at other places these are up for sale. I have a ton more pics. This is a .54. Open to trades just...
Would like to find a decent used or like new Parker Hale England 1853 Enfield 3 band musket or Whitworth rifle
These were made in the 1970's in England
Have cash ready to go for the right gun(s)
If you have one that you no longer use or want , let me know
My email is N870(at)Hotmail(dot)com
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My father was just given a Smith and Wesson model #2 serial number 9xxx chambered in 32 rim fire and I have had a lot of luck before picking the brains of those smarter than I so I figured I would give it a shot.
From what I've found there is a good chance that based on the serial number this...
I've done some research on this powder flask, and from reading Civil War forums, historical websites, pictures, advice from one of our own ect, the best I can tell it is as follows:
1826-1844 N.P. Ames "Peace" Powder Flask .44 Cal. Turns out this is most likely a reproduction unit.
$20 for it...
My father got this on trade in the south western US
.69 Cal Smoothbore Musket
Lock is marked T.W. PISTOR A SCHMALKALDEN
converted from flintlock to percussion in the 1840's
Missing it's ramrod, lock does function and bore is typical.
Nice brown patina, CVHP... Is carved into the cheeckpiece...
I hope I've posted this in the correct area.
I could really use some help/advise/opinions or expertise on this.
I've had this lug bayonet for probably 20 years. It has spent most of its life with me, in a safe.
From the limited research I've been able to do, it's a bayonet made from 1850's to...
I've had this lug bayonet for probably nearly 20 years. It has spent most of its life with me, in a safe.
From the limited research I've been able to do, it's a bayonet made from 1850's to 1860's. It is marked with "US". I can't find any other markings.
This bayonet is probably in better...
https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2020/07/portland-commissioner-jo-ann-hardesty-slams-mayor-ted-wheeler-blames-portland-police-for-fires-being-set-during-protests-then-apologizes.html
And here is Maximilien de Robespierre's biography.... For no apparent reason. :rolleyes...
This is an interesting analysis to watch (52 minutes long but worth the watch). I would like to believe that most of this would be true but not sure things would play out this way. In my view, the determining factor would be at what point in time would a civil war "start"?
After all guns are...
I have this .58 caliber Springfield, and want some help. There is a K 10 behind the hammer and it is stamped 1864. Anyone know of a regiment that this may have come from?
Had it a long time and figured this may be the place to get an answer. Thanks in advance.
So, I thought I would toss this one out there for discussion: what are you favorite war films? It can be any time, place, or subject matter. It could be historically interesting, thought-provoking, off-beat, heart-rending, surreal, wacky, or some combination of those.
Thanks for sharing.:)
Civil War Era Fife that I purchased in a reputable antique shop in Fort Scott Kansas a dozen years ago. I had in mind learning to play but 12 years later that is not going to happen so it just sits in the China closet. It needs a new home and it is a nice piece but there is nothing to indicate...