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| Subject | Date Asked |
| pre-civil war training | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Schulze, I am an Australian seeking further information on Pre and Civil War matters. I have only ... A: I'm afraid I will not be able offer too much assistance as I know little of individual soldiers. ... | |
| 1873 Springfield trapdoor rifle | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I was steered in your direction in order to find out some details and possible potential value of ... A: I must apologize but I will not be able to assist you a great deal with this weapon. My expertise ... | |
| Civil War Soldier | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to locate a family member who was in the Civil War - his name is Mathew Elmore, enlisted ... A: This sounds more like a genealogy question rather than a Civil War question. About the best method ... | |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE VOL MILITA UNIFORM with PHOTO | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: NOT SURE IF I ATTACHED PHOTO BEFORE, SO HERE'S EMAIL WITH PERIOD TIN TYPE PHOTO OF MY UNIFORM ... A: What a great artifact you have there! Truly magnificent! Unfortunately, I'll have no information ... | |
| Civil War Rifle markings | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: My father is supposedly in posession of my great-great grandfathers civil war gun, but we are unable ... A: I'm sorry, but I did something wrong and you may have two answers to this question from me. Ignore ... | |
| medical records | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: my brother-in-law was in the marines and he and another marine was loading bombs and one drop on his ... A: I must apologize to you, but I will be unable to assist you in this regard. My expertise runs to the ... | |
| History day interview | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I am doing my history day project on machine gun and was wondering if I could ask you a few ... A: I must tell you my expertise runs to the American Civil War when the "machine gun" was not in ... | |
| civil war uniforms | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: part of my family history is that many of my McGrath ancestors, who were tailors in Ireland, arrived ... A: Great question! However, to be honest, I don't know the answer. What I can tell you is the ... | |
| Civil War Uniform? | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I've been given this photograph that is supposedly of my great great-grandfather (born 1847). I ... A: It's an interesting one. However, I'll not be able to shed too much light on the answer for you. ... | |
| Springfield Armory 1903 | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a U.S. Springfield Armory 1903, Stamped 4032. Is this one of the earlier guns? And what is ... A: I must apologize to you but my expertise runs to the American Civil War. I'm afraid a 1902 ... | |
| civil war medical | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: In the civil war what does the medical term-"sen-ice"mean? A: I must admit you have me stumped. I checked my library and the Internet and found nothing. What I ... | |
| Musket Ball Mould | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I found a musket ball mould and was wondering how to identify the age? The only number I see is "15, ... A: As to the age of your musket ball mold, it would be difficult to assist you without a photo or ... | |
| Confederate Civil War Uniform | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been a Civil War Enthusist since I first became interest in it back in "69" while serving in ... A: Harry. Do you have an authentic C.W. officer's shell jacket? It is all but impossible to tell from ... | |
| war tactics | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: i have a question about war tactics used during the civil war ere. its for a project. What was the ... A: THE most important tactic other than forming lines? It depended upon the nature of the battlefield ... | |
| dog tags | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: but we can't find them anywhere. i was wondering how to get an authentic set of dog tags for him. ... A: I am sorry, but my expertise runs to the American Civil War and I have no idea where to replace ... | |
| Parade Images | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: P. Schulze, I was wondering if you could help me. I have a collection of Military parade images that ... A: I would be glad to assist you in any way I am able. Feel free to write to my personal account at ... | |
| WWII Marine Specialty | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I tried to find some info on a friend's grandfather who recently died and was in the Marines during ... A: I have to apologize and tell you I will not be able to assist you as my expertise runs to the Civil ... | |
| Union Drummer Boy Status | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: According to family stories, my G. G. G. Grandfather was a union drummer boy. His personal Bio (in ... A: and your assumption is correct. Being underage, he would not have formally enlisted, thus records ... | |
| Frederick Aiken as a Volunteer for Gen.Smith and Hancock | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: Do you have any info on Frederick Aiken[attorney for Mary Surratt]?He claims to Be a Volunteer for ... A: To answer your question, I do not. I do very little work relative to individual soldiers. If you ... | |
| Volunteer officers ADC in Union Army | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I am searching for information about the civil war service of a man who is identified as a ... A: It sounds like you have a wonderful person to follow, but I'm afraid I will be unable to offer ... | |
| 4" Diameter Cannonball approx. 9lbs | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I found this cannonball in 1969 at the age of 10. It was approximate. 18" deep in the ground. The ... A: I am afraid my expertise is relative to the American Civil War and know little as to the French and ... | |
| cannonball | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have what i believe to be a cannonball for approx 25 yrs. It is 9.5" round and weighs 6-8lbs. ... A: however, I am unable to confirm its age. I happened to be stopping at the Museum of the Confederacy ... | |
| military insignia? | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to identify these images. Both are on a piece of enamelware cookware. I am very thankful ... A: My apologies for taking so long to get back to you. However, I have no idea what this symbol ... | |
| Burial sites | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: Trying to identify where my ancestor P.(Pinkney) Pigate(Pigot) of the SC 9th Infantry, Co. C might ... A: I'm afraid there is little specific information as to Confederate hospitals in general and I will ... | |
| battle of Cross Keys | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I have been researching for a long time the Battle of Cross Keys. My great-great-great grandfather ... A: but I have to say I know of no specific casualty list for Cross Keys. Unfortunately, Confederate ... | |
| Cannonball Identification | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Can you please help me Identify a cannonball I purchased at an estate sale of an artillery ... A: First of all, do you have a photo of the piece and can you send it? If so, I've got a contact at the ... | |
| civil war | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: Which side was more prepared for the war going in to it? I would say that the union soldiers were ... A: As to which side was more prepared for going to war, the answer was neither. In the entire United ... | |
| The movie Glory | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Which character in your opinion is most realistic and true to history and did any of the main ... A: The character I felt was most realistic was Colonel Shaw, played by Matthew Broderick. As to the ... | |
| Generals | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I heard when a statue of a famous General of war is mounted on a female horse it means something ( ... A: but I'm afraid there is nothing to the myths of a horse's position in a sculpture. Many stories ... | |
| American civil war | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: In the Battle of the Wilderness; union vs. confederacy, how many men and what kind of troops made up ... A: The answer you seek is called the ORDER OF BATTLE or OoB, which describes the entire army's ... | |
| civil war | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: how long did they train their men on both sides A: but I'll bet the answer is at odds with your assumptions. Soldiers on both sides of the Civil War ... | |
| civil war artillery | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: i have to do a history project on the civil war artillery im in the 8th grade and want to do ... A: however, the experts at AllExperts.com are not supposed to help with homework. Regardless, I might ... | |
| Annapolis hospitals of 1864 | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Sir, I also have a question in regards to a hospital in Annapolis in 1864. I hold a copy of "Record ... A: I was unable to find a specific question in your email, so I’ll assume you need to know more about ... | |
| united states history | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: how did the 54th massachusets affect the struggle for racial equality in the united states A: Carlos, for your question. The answer will vary with every person you ask, so take that into ... | |
| Ground Battle of the Civil War | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I am helping my son do some research specifically on the infantry of the civil war. We are trying to ... A: If you'd like to know about the life of the average infantryman during the Civil War, look up three ... | |
| Insignia | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I found what I believe to be a military insignia. It has rifles crossed within the curved section ... A: but I'm not going to be able to help with this. The rifles are bolt-action and my expertise runs to ... | |
| Civil War Uniform? | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon, Is this sailor wearing a Civil War uniform associated with the USS Alabama? Thanks! ... A: This photo was much easier to see. Thanks... I will have to say you've got an excellent chance of ... | |
| Civil War Uniform? | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon, Is this sailor wearing a Civil War uniform associated with the USS Alabama? Thanks! ... A: Unfortunately, I am unable to confirm he is associated with the USS Alabama. First of all, I am ... | |
| Richmond Hospital #21 (Gwalthmey Factory) | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Schulze: I believe my g-g-grandfather perished (according to his war records) at the above ... A: however, I'm not going to be of too much value to you. I know of web site you should review but I'm ... | |
| regular versus volunteer, union army | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I've been going through some civil war correspondence between the Whitney family of western ... A: To begin, allow me to give you an overview of the Quartermaster Department during the Civil War. It ... | |
| Unidentified uniform | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: This photo was in my Grandmother's album; she said it was a Parker, so most likely related to me and ... A: S., Thank you for the question and the interesting photo. First, my expertise is in the American ... | |
| Napoleonic Tactics | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: What were some specific Napoleonic tactics that were used in the Civil War? Thanks, Neil A: Napoleon’s concept of war was revolutionary for his time and many of his ideas are used to this day. ... | |
| Battle at Fort Fisher | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Were there ANY topics that were heavily debated by historians pertaining to the battle of fort ... A: It's unusual for someone to send a question I am unable to answer. I know of no specific heavily ... | |
| Civil War Tactics | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I am doing a research project for my research & expo class as a junior in high school. My topic is ... A: We’re not really supposed to assist with homework, but I’ll be glad to toss in my two cents… 1. The ... | |
| recruits hiding caves | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: Did men hide in caves to keep from being recruited during the Civil War? A: You pose an interesting question... I've only know of one instance where a civilian hid in a cave ... | |
| American civil war | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: To what extent would you consider the battle of Gettysburg the turning point in the American civil ... A: It is one that haunts historians to this day. Personally, I do not think Gettysburg was the turning ... | |
| Cyrus Alger? | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: I have found a short, iron, stocky cannon with the following markings on the face of the muzzle. ... A: It sounds like there is some interesting research involved. Is there any chance you can send a ... | |
| Artillery Batteries | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: Where did the term "Battery" come from in referring to the artillery configuration of their ... A: however my expertise runs to the American Civil War. The word, “battery” dates from long before this ... | |
| Civil War | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: How much time passed between the enlistment of a volunteer or a recruit until they joined their ... A: Unfortunately it is difficult to give you an definitive answer. There were three distinct "systems" ... | |
| Family Photo | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have the attached photo of an ancestor which I am attempting to identify. Can you identify the ... A: Good morning, Neil, I'm more than glad to help. As to a specific ancestor, there are possibilities ... | |
| Family Photo | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I have the attached photo of an ancestor which I am attempting to identify. Can you identify the ... A: Good morning and thanks for your question. I most appreciate those questions where I need to do some ... | |
| MY CIVIL WAR SOLDIER | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: OOPS. I FORGOT TO ADD THE IMAGE. HERE IT IS. THANKS SO MUCH. A: Good morning and thank you for the photo. My initial reaction is this is not a civil war soldier. ... | |
| Rape of Nanking | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: i am doing an extended history project on the rape of nanking. In order to conduct my research i ... A: I must apologize, but my expertise runs to the American Civil War. I have no specific knowledge of ... | |
| civil war drummer boy | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for a story about a drummer boy in the Civil War who got shot because he had on ... A: I have to say I know of no specific stories about a drummer boy under the circumstances you ... | |
| Civil War Doctors/Hospitals | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: My husband's ancestor Dr. William Jackson Greene, Jr. was born in 1840 in South Carolina and was ... A: however, I'm afraid I do not have any enlightening information for you. I've spend some time ... | |
| rank history | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: why was the diamond or french lozenge used for the 1SG rank? A: Originally I did not have an answer for you so I started doing some research on the subject. What I ... | |
| Military Steel Helmet...Vietnam? | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: I got this hat at a children's museum in La Habra, they were cleaning out and rennovating. This hat ... A: I have to apologize to you but my expertise is in the the Civil War and not the more modern wars. ... | |
| DISEASES DURING THE CIVIL WAR | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: MY DAUGHTER IS DOING A RESEARCH PROJECT ON THE CIVIL WAR. HER TEACHER LISTED "ENDOCARDITIS" AS ONE ... A: Good morning. Quite frankly we're not supposed to help with homework. The theory is, I'd guess, to ... | |
| identifying a uniform | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: You were great with my question yesterday and I think dead on right. I feel certain this is not a ... A: My expertise does run to the C.W. and not much beyond. However, I did spend a little time trying to ... | |
| Civil War uniform | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible for you to identify what type of uniform this is? Which branch of service. Possible ... A: I must admit the photo you sent does not expand well so when I studied it to view specifics about ... | |
| minimum age for enlistment | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: P., I'm wondering if you can tell me what the minimum age for enlistment in Pennsylvania militia ... A: I do so appreciate your name as both my wife and daughter from my first marriage are named Kathryn. ... | |
| Family Research for Civil War | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I believe my maternal great-great grandfather, John Daniel Petty, was a confederate soldier with ... A: Good morning. I have to let you know I do not do such research as the backgrounds on individual ... | |
| burial location | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: I am searching for the burial location of Joseph H. Cash of Granville County, NC who served in the ... A: I’ve been doing some research to see if I could find an answer to your question but have had no luck ... | |
| General Hospital at Annapolis Maryland | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I have an ancestor who was paroled from Florence on Dec. 7 1864 and was sent to Camp Parole at ... A: I offer you my sincere apology for taking so long to get back to you. I'm not sure why I didn't ... | |
| Musket Markings | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: My family has an heirloom from the Civil War, the only marking on the barrel is P Post NY. I ... A: I have been trying since Saturday to do a bit of research on P. Post from New York. However, the ... | |
| Cherry Blossoms | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to recall either a poem or a letter home from the Civil War that describes the cherry ... A: but I'm afraid I don't see a question within your e-mail. My I assume you'd like to know if I can ... | |
| General Hospital #19, Richmond, VA | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a relative that was with Co. C, 2nd Independent Battalion Georgia Infantry who was admitted ... A: However, specific information may be difficult to find. I was able to find some general information ... | |
| Hollywood vs History | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm interested in the Hollywood vs History angle. The film "300" won big at the box office so it ... A: (I've been out of town for the weekend...) As my expertise runs to the Civil War, I can not ... | |
| Confederate States Marine Corp | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: I just got a small iron shaped pendant (maybe a lapel pin?) that says C.S.M.C after my grandmother ... A: I am unfamiliar with this type of object as it relates to the Confederate Marines. I do have a ... | |
| US CWar | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know about male nurse soldiers during the US Civil War. Not volunteers but US Army ... A: Those questions I most enjoy are those that ask something of which I have no knowledge. I appreciate ... | |
| civil war hospitals in Indiana | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: I am researching the men who fought under my g g grandfather Joseph Bruff, Captain, Co. A, 125 OVI. ... A: I must apologize but I’ll not be able to help you with the information you seek. I spent some time ... | |
| Drummer Boys of the Civil War | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: Did Drummer Boys receive gift for their services such as rings. refer to Ebay item 220198469109. ... A: Interesting question... I've yet to hear of such an item, so my intuition says to pass on this ... | |
| Union Army Hospitals | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: My ancestor who was serving with Company K, 6th US Army Regular Cavalry was hospitalized with scurvy ... A: I've checked through my personal library and the Internet, but like you, found nothing. I was able ... | |
| civil war | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: my 2nd grt gfathr served with F co 18th mich infantry died 8 jan 1862 at lexington ky union army ... A: Of course, I’ll not be able to tell you how your relative died, but I can give you some general ... | |
| President's Proclamation Civil War | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: My gggrandfather was in the civil war, Comp.K,12th Reg.Mich. Inf. On his company muster roll ( Civil ... A: To my knowledge, it’s unusual for a deserter to reenlist and I wondered why your gggrandfather would ... | |
| history | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: what are some of the tactis they used in the battle of fort wagner? A: I’d enjoy finding out why you asked for this specific information… I am not sure exactly what you ... | |
| Civil War Prisoner Transport | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: I have an ancestor who was a prisoner at Salisbury Prison. When he was released, he was moved in ... A: I'm afraid I'm unable to assist you in this regard. Nothing in my records indicates a transport by ... | |
| galvanized yankees | 7/26/2007 |
| Q: My gr.grandfather, Michael McGrath, was in the Confederate Army and captured at Missionary Ridge. ... A: I'm afraid my expertise does not extend to this type of research, but I'd be more than glad to do ... | |
| Civil War Training | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: What kind of training did soldiers on both sides go through before being put out in war? What did ... A: I’ll address your questions one at a time, if you don’t mind. 1. “What type of training did ... | |
| Location of a Civil War Hospital | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: I am researching an ancestor and found the following online record: “Enlisted in Company A, 63rd ... A: Unfortunately, I am unable to give you any specific information. I looked through my personal ... | |
| Reasons for the war | 3/17/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Schulze, i know there were many reasons for the war. slavery seems to be the universal reason, ... A: The cause of the Civil War is a question that has fascinated me for some time, so I’m very pleased ... | |
| Movie "GLORY" | 2/19/2007 |
| Q: How accurate was the final battle scene at fort Wagner and were there medals awarded Thanks A: I’ll be glad to offer what insight I may have as to the Battle of Fort Wagner and the resulting ... | |
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C. P. Schulze
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Expertise
As a student of the American Civil War since childhood, I am well versed in most aspects of the war and have two novels published on the subject. My background and research affords me extensive knowledge in tactics, battles, weaponry, women's issues, slavery as well as any number of other topics. I will be glad to offer any insights or information I have.
Experience
I am the author of two published novels dealing with the American Civil War. For too many years to admit, I have spoken at local organizations about the Civil War. I also often act as a nonprofessional guide on Eastern Theatre battlefields. Further, I am occasionally asked to teach Virginia’s SOL Standards as they relate to the Civil War at local middle and high schools. I have been reading, researching and collecting C.W. paraphernalia since I was a young man. My web site may be found at www.cpschulze.com.
Education/Credentials
B. A. - Political Science, Old Dominion University - Norfolk, VA
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