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The Union horse artillery favored the 3-inch ordnance rifle because it was relatively light and maneuverable, highly reliable and extremely accurate at long range. (National Park Service)
The Union horse artillery favored the 3-inch ordnance rifle because it was relatively light and maneuverable, highly reliable and extremely accurate at long range. (National Park Service)