Lincoln’s Choice: The Repeating Rifle Which Cut Short the Civil War

Lincoln's Choice: The Repeating Rifle Which Cut Short The Civil War is a historical book written by J.O. Buckeridge. The book explores the role of the repeating rifle in the American Civil War and how it affected the outcome of the conflict. The author focuses on the Spencer rifle, which was the first successful repeating rifle used in the war, and its impact on the battlefield. The book also delves into the political and social implications of the rifle's use, including its effect on the Union Army's morale and the Confederate Army's ability to fight. The author provides detailed accounts of battles in which the Spencer rifle played a crucial role and includes primary source material such as letters and diaries from soldiers who used the rifle. Overall, Lincoln's Choice is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War and the development of modern warfare.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.