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What were batteries used for during the civil war?
Batteries can be confusing as a battery in the Civil War usually meant a team of 4 to six cannon manned by 100 men, utilising some 30 to 50 horses or mules, and commanded by a captain. However electrical batteries were also used during the Civil War to power telegraph communication and for electric detenation of sea mines. (known as torpedos in the 1860's)
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 side of the Civil War used cannons?
Both sides in the US civil War used cannons.
What animals played a part in World War 1?
horses, mules, dogs, cattle. Horses were used for cavalry. Mules were to help work and carry some supplies. Dogs were to sniff out and find enemies.
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