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The echelon formation was used to protect any exposed flanks against the enemy's possible attempt take advantage of that exposure or should the enemy attempt to outflank the opposing enemy flank. This meant that separate units, the echelon units, were separated from the main army to form a protective body of troops positioned 200 to 300 yards to either the rear, left or right flanking movements of their own army. This formation was used by Union General David Sickles during the 1864 Atlanta campaign.
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What happened when newer more accurate weapons were used against closed formations at Antietam?
The losses on both sides were so high that the battle was recorded as the bloodiest day of the Civil War.
What happened at Antietam when newer more accurate weapons were used against close-order formations?
The losses on both sides were so high that the battle was recorded as the bloodiest day of the Civil War.
What type of battle formations were designated for cavalry units in the US Civil War?
For the most part both sides in the US Civil War had the identical theories on cavalry combat. Civil War generals such as George B. McClellan, Henry W. Halleck emphasized the saber. West Point instructor, Dennis Hart Mahan held the same ideas. Of course cavalry was also vital in reconnaissance. Few commanders expected cavalry units to rely on firearms. The "saber and spurs" theory believed cavalry charges designed to break through enemy infantry lines was the best technique.
Were red coats used in the civil war?
no, that was the revolutionary war
What medicines were used in the civil war?
pop is the answer
What were the two basic battle formations in the US Civil War?
The two basic battle formations in the US Civil War were called line and column formations. Both the Union and Confederate armies used these formations extensively.
What happened when newer more accurate weapons were used against closed formations at Antietam?
The losses on both sides were so high that the battle was recorded as the bloodiest day of the Civil War.
What anesthesia was used in the Civil War?
Chloroform was used to as an anesthesia during the Civil War.
Why were drums used in the American Civil War?
Drums were used in the American Civil war, to show that the war had begun.
What happened at Antietam when newer more accurate weapons were used against close-order formations?
The losses on both sides were so high that the battle was recorded as the bloodiest day of the Civil War.
Did the Civil War have biplanes?
there were no planes at all used in the civil war :)
What type of battle formations were designated for cavalry units in the US Civil War?
For the most part both sides in the US Civil War had the identical theories on cavalry combat. Civil War generals such as George B. McClellan, Henry W. Halleck emphasized the saber. West Point instructor, Dennis Hart Mahan held the same ideas. Of course cavalry was also vital in reconnaissance. Few commanders expected cavalry units to rely on firearms. The "saber and spurs" theory believed cavalry charges designed to break through enemy infantry lines was the best technique.
What side of the Civil War used cannons?
Both sides in the US civil War used cannons.
What was one of the basic infantry formations used in the US Civil War?
The basic infantry formations was a line of regiments deployed two men deep with skirmishes ahead to prepare the way and support units a few hundred yards in the rear to cover for accidents or some type of unforeseen problem.
How were ARTILLERY used in world war 1?
Artillery in WW1 was used in Battery or even larger formations.
What kinds of airplanes were used during the civil war?
There were no airplanes back in the Civil War
Were submarines used during the US Civil War?
Yes, submarines were used by the Confederate Navy in the US Civil War.
