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many years ago I came across a rather strange idea. In 1862 the CSA decided that each infantry regiment should contain a number of pike-armed men. This perhaps somewhat mad plan was supported by Lee himself.
It seems pikes were produced but never issued.
Given the rather 'modern' nature of the ACW, what would have happened if the plan had been carried out. Would it have benefited the CSA in any way or would their use have been a disaster and quickly have been abandoned? (I'm tempted towards the latter but would welcome any ideas on how it could have worked)