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Jacksonian Military Science
2015
Overview
In the 1820s American military science expanded to include elements of civil engineering needed for internal improvements. During the 1830s and 1840s new demands led to further modifications. While the Third System continued to be the centerpiece of defense policy, the army became heavily burdened by Indian wars and removals in the course of western expansion. And while military and political leaders were still dedicated to preparing the nation for war against a European foe, some regular army officers questioned the continued validity of permanent fortifications and the Atlantic focus of defense policy. Advocates of steam technology wanted to modify
