Civil War Technology

Five Union prisoners escape the horrors of the Civil War in a daring hot air balloon flight—only to be swept away by a storm and stranded on a mysterious, uncharted island in the middle of the Pacific. Led by the brilliant engineer Cyrus Smith, the group must summon every ounce of their courage, knowledge, and resourcefulness to survive the wild landscape, tame the island’s untold dangers, and uncover its secrets. From constructing a hidden shelter to creating electricity, the men use science and ingenuity to turn the unknown into opportunity. But there is something strange about this ...

The 21st Century is full of conflict. If one does not know how to handle conflict then one will be greatly limited in ability to succeed in life. Loosing will be the lot of a person who does not know and use Sun Tzu laws, rules and methods of war. The 21st Century is just one long string of bad news for the individual. How do you stand your ground against the constant conflict one may face at the office, in business as an owner or manager, how do you deal with all the disputes or social upheaval' how does one navigate social media and be an influencer rather than the influenced. How can you...

Maelstrom tells the story of the greatest rivalry in American history. Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis led their nations in a must-win fight, and Maelstrom shows how each dealt with the same issues, countered the other’s moves, led their respective governments, and used their political powers to sway the outcome. Maelstrom places you right in the middle of the action.

This sweeping history of the Civil War and the Confederacy is told through the lens of its most crucial army: the Army of Northern Virginia, commanded by Robert E. Lee. General Lee's Army takes listeners across the Rebel landscape, from campfires to battlefields to their homes, as it portrays a world of life, death, healing, and hardship.

Julian Voss can't remember the first seven years of his life. Twenty years after federal agents rescued him from Sand Mesa—a desert cult where obedience was holy—Julian has built a careful existence as a journalist. But when an A.I. buried in a government black site begins speaking to him in riddles, the wall he's built around his missing memories starts to crack. As America slides toward algorithmic authoritarianism and dissenters begin vanishing, Julian discovers his forgotten childhood might hold the key to everything. The cult wasn't just indoctrinating children. They were building ...

Follow Christoph Swift and his diverse band of companions as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Traders World. In a realm where minosium—a gem of extraordinary power—fuels both progress and conflict, every wave conceals a potential ally or enemy. But in this world where ambition and magic intertwine, every alliance harbors a hidden agenda. As Christoph and his unlikely crew sail from sun-drenched archipelagos to mist-shrouded islands, each discovery brings them closer to the mythical Labyrinth—and to danger. Facing ruthless factions and ancient mysteries, they must master ...

Having flown an astonishing 400 different aircraft, as a licensed Category 1 test pilot and flight test instructor for both airplanes and helicopters, Chris Taylor is arguably one of the best qualified and widely experienced test pilots working today anywhere in the world. After obtaining his private pilot’s license at the age of 17, Chris began his service flying career with the Royal Navy. He flew Wasp and Lynx helicopters from warships around the world under all kinds of circumstances.

A DIFFERENT TAKE ON HISTORIC TRIVIA-----IDEAL AS A CHRISTMAS STOCKING FILLER! “It Happened Today” opens the calendar of modern history. From New Year’s Day to New Year’s Eve, each date reveals one decisive moment since nineteen hundred that changed the course of the world. Revolutions and peace accords, discoveries and disasters, moon landings and silent acts of courage all appear on the day they happened. A book to dip into share and return to and to see your own birthday in a completely new light.

An introductory military history of the American Civil War, Shades of Blue and Gray places the 1861-1865 conflict within the broad context of evolving warfare. Emphasizing technology and its significant impact, Hattaway includes valuable material on land and sea mines, minesweepers, hand grenades, automatic weapons, the Confederate submarine, and balloons. The evolution of professionalism in the American military serves as an important connective theme throughout.

The Civil War was the first "modern war." Because of the rapid changes in American society, Abraham Lincoln became president of a divided United States during a period of technological and social revolution. Among the many modern marvels that gave the North an advantage was the telegraph, which Lincoln used to stay connected to the forces in the field in almost real time. No leader in history had ever possessed such a powerful tool to gain control over a fractious situation. An eager student of technology, Lincoln had to learn to use the power of electronic messages.

Mystery People of the UK Lynne Kennedy has seamlessly blended fact and fiction to produce a modern mystery with its solution set in the past. With some clever twists, this tale will keep you guessing to the end. B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree Fantastic original story. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to see it played out on the big screen?! Set against the backdrop of the Civil War, TIME EXPOSURE is an historical mystery framed by a modern story linking the past and present through current technology. Present Day, Washington, D.C. Renowned digital photographer, Maggie Thornhill, discovers a mummified...

When Martin Halliday and Frances Brewer defeat incumbent President Rebecca Sweeny and Vice President Guy Pearle, the American media—believing that the new administration can do no wrong—casts off traditional journalism and prepares to enter Nirvana. Marty and Frances attempt to turn the page by undoing everything their predecessors accomplished. But President Halliday needlessly antagonizes Chinese President Sun Nianzhen during his speech to a joint session of Congress, and the Chinese president retaliates with a crippling attack. Although Marty passes this first test with flying colors...

Between 1817 and 1898, New York City evolved from a vital Atlantic port of trade to the center of American commerce and culture. Although this important urban transformation is well documented, the critical role of select Union soldiers turned New York engineers has, until now, remained largely unexplored.

Jeremy Black addresses not only firepower, but also power projection and technologies of logistics, command, and control. Examining military technologies in their historical context and the present centered on the revolution in Military Affairs and Military Transformation, Black then forecasts possible future trends.

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