1863 U.S. Military Laws Civil War 2nd Ed John F. Callan Leather Bound # 1336

1863 U.S. Military Laws – Civil War Era – John F. Callan – Second Edition Original Civil War-era 1863 second edition of U.S. Military Laws by John F. Callan, covering United States military legislation from 1776 through 1863. This substantial volume was published during the American Civil War and contains laws relating to the U.S. Army, militia, volunteers, military organization, pensions, bounty lands, courts-martial, engineers, ordnance, military discipline, and other federal military matters. It also includes the United States Constitution and amendments. Of particular historical interest are laws enacted during the Civil War itself. One photographed section dated March 3, 1863 addresses persons acting as spies during time of war or rebellion, courts-martial and military commissions, followed by legislation concerning the Corps of Engineers and Ordnance Department. The book retains its attractive period full leather binding with raised bands and a red gilt-lettered spine label reading: “U.S. MILITARY LAWS 1776–1863.” The introductory page identifies this as the Second Edition and is dated May 29, 1863. The copyright notice states that the work was entered according to Act of Congress in 1862 by John F. Callan. Condition: Good antique condition for a Civil War-era reference volume. Original leather boards show substantial rubbing, scuffing, edge wear and surface wear from age and use. Spine and red title label remain present and readable. Interior pages appear generally clean and well preserved with expected age toning, occasional spotting and minor staining. Endpapers show discoloration and staining along the edges. Please examine all photographs carefully for the most accurate representation of condition. A desirable original 1863 Civil War military law reference, offering a contemporary record of the laws governing the United States military during one of the most important periods in American history. Excellent collectible for enthusiasts of Civil War history, U.S. military history, military law, Americana, antique legal books, or 19th-century American government publications.