The History Of The Ancient And Honorable Artillery Company (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163634721)

The History of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company by Zachariah G. Whitman is a comprehensive account of the oldest chartered military organization in the Western Hemisphere. The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company was founded in Boston in 1638 and has played a significant role in the history of the United States. The book covers the company's origins, its involvement in the American Revolution, its role in the War of 1812, and its contributions to the Civil War.Whitman provides a detailed examination of the company's membership, including the many notable figures who have served as members over the centuries. He also discusses the company's traditions and customs, such as its annual election of officers and its ceremonial firing of the ""Great Gun"" on Boston Common.The book contains numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as a list of the company's members from its founding to the present day. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States military, as well as those interested in the history of Boston and New England.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.

Author: Zachariah G. Whitman
ISBN-10: 1163634727
ISBN-13: 9781163634721
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 470
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.37lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.95d