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The Old First Massachusetts Coast Artillery in War and Peace

By Frederick Morse Cutler
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The volume chronicles the origins, organization, and service of a Massachusetts coast-artillery militia unit from the post-Revolutionary era through the Civil War and into the early 20th century. It follows changes from obsolete train-band practices to volunteer companies and formal artillery battalions, describing uniforms, drill customs, camp life, battlefield deployments, postwar reorganizations, and institutional memory. Chapters combine chronological narrative, anecdotal illustrations, officers’ lists, genealogy of companies, and an appendix of sources to show how local pride and military adaptation shaped the unit’s identity in war and peace.

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Frederick Morse Cutler

Frederick Morse Cutler was an American author and historian known for his work on military history. He is particularly recognized for his book "The Old First Massachusetts Coast Artillery in War and Peace," which provides a detailed account of the experiences and contributions of the First Massachusetts Coast Artillery during significant historical events. Cutler's writing reflects a dedication to preserving the legacy of military units and their roles in American history, offering insights into both wartime and peacetime activities.

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