Pistols used during the American Civil War hold a significant place in the history of American warfare. The widespread use of these pistols marked a shift in how soldiers were outfitted for combat.

While duels had long been fought over a woman's hand, or to defend a man's honor, in America, dueling took on a new importance: It was used to settle ... following the Civil War, with the ...

1750-1850 - Dueling pistols come into fashion ... Introduced at the start of the Civil War, Spencer repeating guns were technically advanced, used cartridges (a recent development), and could ...