Smithsonian Institution
Civil War at Smithsonian: Weapons
Examples of many of the weapons used in the Civil War are included in this exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution. Find rifles, swords, pistols, and hand grenades along with descriptions of who used them and how they were manufactured....
Other
Florida Reenactors: Civil War Revolvers of the North and South
A comprehensive review of the different kinds of revolvers used by both the Union and Confederate armies in the Civil War.
Smithsonian Institution
Civil War@smithsonian: Le Mat Revolver
Photo and description of the LeMat revolver, which was a popular sidearm used by soldiers of both the Union and Confederacy.