Cosmopolitan and Gwyn & Campbell Carbines in the Civil War by Thomas B. Rentschler

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An illustrated history of two rare and unusual Civil War cavalry carbines, their development, sales to the government, use in the field, capture and use by Southern troops. Complete descriptions of each make, type and model, including the mass-produced types, transitional variations, as well as illustrations of rarities and early carbines. 84 photos.