American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume 3: Flintlock Alterations and Muzzleloading Percussion Shoulder Arms, 1840-1865

Appendix I: Dates of Wars and Military Actions That Involved U.S. Armed Forces, 1840–1865

Appendix I Dates of Wars and Military Actions That Involved U.S. Armed Forces, 1840–1865 Dates 1842 Dorr Rebellion1 1846–1847 Mexican War2 April 14, 1861–April 9, 1865 Civil War Notes 1 A movement to modify Rhode Island’s out-dated constitution, which disenfranchised immigrants and under-represented urban centers, was led by Thomas Dorr (1805–1854). This became an armed revolt in 1842, which was suppressed by state militia forces. The federal government increased its presence in the state by transferring a company of mounted infantry from Fort Columbus, New York, to Rhode Island in 1842. 2 The Alamo was captured on March 6, 1836, from the Republic of Texas by Mexican troops commanded by General Santa Anna. ...