Memorial of Norman Wiard

This historical document provides a fascinating look into the life of Norman Wiard, an inventor known for his contributions to the development of rifled cannon artillery during the American Civil War. In this memorial, Wiard shares his ideas for improving the efficiency of the U.S. Army and outlines the achievements of his career. It is a must-read for those interested in the history of American warfare and technological innovation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.