U.S. Army in the West, 1870-1880 Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment

McChristian describes the development of army uniforms, equipment, and small arms during a pivotal decade of experimentation and against the backdrop of a highly influential military operation, the Indian campaigns in the West. Illustrated with more than two hundred photographs gathered from the public and private collections across the nation, the book will serve as a primary reference for collectors, curators, and students not only of militaria but also of the colorful frontier era.McChirstian, Douglas C. is the author of 'U.S. Army in the West, 1870-1880 Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment', published 2000 under ISBN 9780806127057 and ISBN 0806127058.