A Soldiers Cookbook 1863 - The Battle of Gettysburg 150th Anniversity Edition

As far back in history as Napoleon, officers knew that to be effective an army needs good and plentiful food. Without good food a soldier loses their edge.

· They lose a portion of their strength.
· They lose a portion of their reactions.
· They do not make as good of decisions.
· They quickly lose their motivation.

Having food available for these vast armies was a huge task. Getting food to the right place when armies move is a nightmare. However, a soldier's nourishment can decide if they survive each battle.

How opposing forces eat before battle may be as important to victory as tactics and weapons.