I'm trying to create an early war impression based upon my great, great grandfather, who was with the 26th North Carolina. Early in the war, NC troops, and particularly the 26th, were furnished converted muskets, many of which were taken from the Fayetteville arsenal. Many of the NC soldiers did not particularly like these weapons. From letters, it appears that my ancestor had his rifle sent from home. It is probable that he used his own rifle until his regiment was furnished with rifled muskets. Does anyone have any idea what type of rifle that might have been?
(I have already purchased an Enfield for later in the war. I'm not asking what is the best overall weapon to purchase. I'm only concerned with an impression for a very specific and limited time period.)
(I have already purchased an Enfield for later in the war. I'm not asking what is the best overall weapon to purchase. I'm only concerned with an impression for a very specific and limited time period.)
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