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Yes and frequently. They would contain items the soldiers could not get (treats, socks, shirts, etc.) newspapers, books and food. It became something of an art to pack as much as possible in them. Most items were tinned or jarred, but sometimes fresh fruit or vegetables were sent. Believe it or not, the supply system was so good in the Union army towards the end of the war that a package would go from Maine to Virginia in three or four days. When desertion rates went up, packages were searched for civilian clothing or train tickets (in Union armies at least). Liquor was forbidden to enlisted men therefore brandied fruit was very popular. In short, they were very much like the care packages we send to our troops today. They were a connection to home, very, very appreciated and usually shared amongst the soldiers.
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∙ 12y agoIn any civil war some soldiers, and civilians, do not go home because they have perished.
Others may stay at the last place they served or move to somewhere they have seen.
Some may take the opportunity to start a new and different life.
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What was the main cause of death in the Civil War?
The main cause of death in the US Civil War was disease because of the unsanitary conditions in hospitals used to care for wounded soldiers. One of the greatest killers was Dysentery, a disease that killed over 45,000 Union soldiers and 50,000 Confederate soldiers. It is estimated that two thirds of all deaths among US Civil War soldiers were due to various diseases.
How did woman like Clara barton contribute to the war effort?
Clara Barton was among the many women in the North to help care for the sick and wounded at Union field hospitals during the US Civil War. She and her fellow workers, including American poet Walt Whitman cared for soldiers from both sides of the war.
What was the greatest cause of deaths among shoulders on both sides during the civil war?
If you mean SOLDIERS not "shoulders" the greatest cause of death was disease, infection and loss of blood due to inadequate care
What Effect of the civil rights movement on the Holocaust?
The Nazis didn't care about civil or human rights.
Can dysentery kill you?
During the Civil War, dysentery killed more Union soldiers than the Confederacy did. Before penicillin and sulfa were invented, dysentery and diarrhea were fatal diseases--and in the Third World, where medical care is nonexistent, they still are.
How do the care packages support for the soldiers?
Care packages drop random killstreaks. Each killstreak has a different chance to get it, and each one has an aid to the team
Who took care of the soldiers during the civil war nurses or doctors?
nurses took care of the soldiers.
How do letters from home affect soldiers posted overseas?
Getting letters and care packages from home can have an important positive effect for soldiers abroad. Studies performed by 'The Journal of Traumatic Stress' have discovered that soldiers in positive relationships that receive letters do not suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder as badly as soldiers who are in poor relationships and ones who don't receive anything.
What are some charities that send care packages for soldiers that do not have any family at home?
There are many charities that send care packages to soldiers. One is "Any Soldier." This is a website that helps one figure out what is effective to send to a soldier. Another company is "Soldier's Angels."
Who took care of soldiers when they were ill?
Nurses and Doctors take care of and took care of soldiers when they were or are ill.
Who quit her job to care for wounded soldiers during the Civil War?
Clara Barton
What responsibilities did the women take on during the civil war?
Take care of war soldiers
Where can someone send cards to wounded soldiers?
There are different programs that will allow you to send cards to soldiers - whether wounded or not. You can also send 'care packages' and other things, drawings and letters.
Where can you find information on College Care Package Ideas?
Care Packages is one of the best places to find what you can put in student care packages. They have many custom build packages. You can also try Pinterest care packages.
How do you customize care packages in black ops?
if you do hardline perk you can change care packages.
What chores did the soldiers do in the Civil War?
The most common chores Civil War soldiers had to do were cleaning the camp, chopping and bringing in firewood, cooking, and digging latrine trenches/pits. If any soldiers/officers owned horses, then someone had to take care of those.
Who is entitled to receive to the same standard of medical care as us soldiers?
any detainee not classified as enemy combatant
