Photos: '1864' and the Battle of Atlanta

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The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History hosts an exhibit that examines the cost of war with a look back at the Atlanta campaign of 1864.

Museum curator Jonathan Scott sets a Lorenz Rifle in its display case. The inconsistent quality and traditional muzzle-loading technique of this Austrian made rifle commonly used by Confederate regiments fighting in Georgia allowed the user to fire only 2-3 rounds per minute. Displayed next to it is a Spencer Repeating Rifle, which was able to fire seven cartridges before reloading, which allowed the user to fire 14-22 rounds per minute. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

This exhibit contains a Spencer Repeating Rifle and tube magazine (front), which was able to fire seven cartridges before reloading. In back is a Lorenz Rifle. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

Museum curator Jonathan Scott with a Lorenz Rifle. The inconsistent quality and traditional muzzle-loading technique of this Austrian-made rifle, commonly used by Confederate regiments fighting in Georgia, allowed the user to fire only 2-3 rounds per minute. Behind him is a Spencer Repeating Rifle, which was able to fire seven cartridges before reloading, which allowed the user to fire 14-22 rounds per minute. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

The Museum is home to "the General" locomotive, made famous during the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

The "business end" of a Springfield US Model 1864 rifle. The rifle was made in 1864 in Springfield, Massachusetts. With it's war machine running at full capacity, the United States could afford to design and issue newer equipment like this rifle. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

Detail of a Springfield US Model 1864 rifle. The rifle was made in 1864 in Springfield, Massachusetts. With it's war machine running at full capacity, the United States could afford to design and issue newer equipment like this rifle. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

A 52 caliber Sharps Rifle Bullet found near downtown Kennesaw. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

A canvas and leather drum sling used by Pvt. Jesse Thornburgh of the 39th Iowa Infantry. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

Snare drum used by Pvt. Jesse Thornburgh throughout the Civil War. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

Museum curator Jonathan Scott with a Lorenz Rifle, which is known for its inconsistent quality. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

10 and 20 pound Parrott shells. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

A 9 LB Hotchkiss shell, known as a "case shot", which was designed to explode over the target and pelt it with small iron balls from inside it. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

“1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

A length of rail damaged by Sherman's forces (a bent rail like this is referred to as "Sherman's necktie"). “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

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Museum curator Jonathan Scott sets a Lorenz Rifle in its display case. The inconsistent quality and traditional muzzle-loading technique of this Austrian made rifle commonly used by Confederate regiments fighting in Georgia allowed the user to fire only 2-3 rounds per minute. Displayed next to it is a Spencer Repeating Rifle, which was able to fire seven cartridges before reloading, which allowed the user to fire 14-22 rounds per minute. “1864” is a new exhibit at Kennesaw's Southern Museum. The Civil War exhibit, which features letters, interactive exhibits and a number of never-before-displayed artifacts, examines both how the tactics of warfare changed as well as the war’s effect on soldiers and civilians alike. BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM

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