Artillery Drill: Containing Instruction In The School Of The Piece And Battery Maneuvers (1863) is a comprehensive guide to the training and deployment of artillery during the American Civil War. Written by George Washington Patten, a Union Army officer and experienced artilleryman, the book provides detailed instructions on the various types of artillery pieces used during the conflict, including how to load, aim, and fire them. Additionally, the book covers the tactics and maneuvers used by artillery batteries in battle, including how to move and deploy the guns for maximum effectiveness. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of artillery during the Civil War, as well as for modern-day military historians and enthusiasts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.