Siege artillery in the American Civil War
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Siege artillery in the American Civil War
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Siege artillery is heavy artillery primarily used in military attacks on fortified positions. At the time of the American Civil War, the U.S. Army classified its artillery into three types, depending on the gun's weight and intended use. Field artillery were light pieces that often traveled with the armies. Siege and garrison artillery were heavy pieces that could be used either in attacking or defending fortified places. Seacoast artillery were the heaviest pieces and were intended to be used i
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2007-11-14T21:49:04Z
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2024-09-08T06:00:01Z
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