The U.S. Civil War era is the time that technology was beginning to advance but most people did not have access to it. Civil War reenactments are fine examples of the level of advancement in technology. Usually soldiers are on the cutting edge of technology. Here are some pictures of the simpleness of the non powered implements of war.
Meal set up
Inside a tent
Chair with gear, bucket with water
Gun cleaning gear
Lantern on a stand
The kerosene lantern is the only technology that the non powered non oil future will not have.
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