History of the Confederate Powder Works by George Washington Rains
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| Author | Rains, George Washington, 1817-1898 |
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| Title | History of the Confederate Powder Works |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "History of the Confederate Powder Works" by George Washington Rains is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This book recounts the establishment and operation of the Confederate Powder Works, which was essential for producing gunpowder for the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The author, a former Confederate officer, provides insights into the logistical challenges and innovations involved in creating a successful manufacturing facility under wartime conditions. In this detailed account, Rains discusses his pivotal role in constructing the Augusta, Georgia powder works, which had to be developed rapidly due to the South's lack of preparedness for prolonged warfare. He outlines the processes for refining saltpetre, sourcing ingredients, and finally, the actual production of gunpowder. The book illustrates the technological challenges, the ingenuity required to overcome material shortages, and the significant role that the powder works played in the Confederacy's military efforts. Additionally, it touches upon the catastrophic explosions that occurred, safety measures implemented, and the eventual success in producing over two million pounds of gunpowder by the end of the Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Speeches, addresses, etc. |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 |
| Subject | Confederate Powder Works |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24537 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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