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Flight of Jefferson Davis
The flight of President Jefferson Davis (after General Lees surrender in the US Civil War) and his ministers over the Georgia Ridge, five days before his capture on 10 May 1865
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1865 Confederacy Confederate Confederates Davis Escape Escaping Fleeing Georgia Jefferson Ministers Ridge
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This photograph captures the poignant moment of President Jefferson Davis and his ministers aboard a makeshift hot air balloon, taking flight over the Georgia Ridge on May 5, 1865. Five days before his eventual capture, Davis, the last president of the Confederate States of America, attempted to escape the encroaching Union forces following General Robert E. Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. The image, taken from the extensive Mary Evans Prints Online archive, is a testament to the tumultuous final days of the American Civil War. Davis and his party, including his wife Varina, Secretary of State Judah Benjamin, and several other Confederate officials, sought refuge in the air as they fled towards the Florida border. The balloon, piloted by Frenchman Jean Marie Leveque Morand, offered a desperate means of escape for the Confederate leadership. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the desperation and determination that characterized the end of the Civil War. The Confederate States of America had fought valiantly for their cause, but ultimately, the Union's superior resources and manpower proved insurmountable. Davis's failed escape attempt marked the end of the Confederacy and the beginning of the long process of healing and rebuilding the United States. The photograph's rich historical significance makes it an essential addition to any collection focusing on American history, the Civil War, or the Confederate States of America. The image offers a unique and intriguing perspective on a pivotal moment in the nation's past, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities and consequences of the conflict that shaped the United States as we know it today.
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