Civil War Maps - 1895 - Breiman Collection
Civil war maps 18957/16/24Calvin D. Cowles compiled a significant atlas of Civil War maps titled "An Atlas to Accompany the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies," published by the Government Printing Office from 1891 to 1895[1][2]. This atlas is considered an indispensable part of the Official Records of the Civil War and stands as the most comprehensive collection of maps pertaining to the conflict[1].The atlas consists of three large folio volumes containing 175 double-folio plates with 821 colored maps and charts, 106 tinted lithographs based on original photographs, and 209 line drawings of equipment, uniforms, insignia, and flags[1]. The maps are remarkably detailed, often printed in several colors, and include battlefield maps specifying troop positions and movements[1].Key features of the Cowles atlas include:1. Four main sections, with the largest focusing on military operations in the field[1].2. Sections covering general topography, delineation of military divisions and departments, and other miscellaneous topics[1].3. Reproduction of maps drawn during the war by engineers, draftsmen, and sometimes even generals for actual military use[2].4. Tactical and strategic maps indicating troop disposition, defense lines, redoubts, and fortifications[2].5. Terrain maps often showing picket positions, signal stations, and lines of march[2].The atlas provides a wealth of information, with its index referencing campaigns, battles, geographical features, infrastructure, and various military-related locations[2]. It serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the geographical and strategic aspects of the American Civil War.It's worth noting that this atlas was part of a larger project to compile and publish the official records of the Civil War, which began with a joint resolution of Congress on May 19, 1864[1]. The atlas itself was not reprinted until 1958, making original editions particularly valuable[2].Source: Perplexity.aiGabrielle Lykeywords: richbreiman
