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The Potomac River, Virginia, was one of the key battle grounds during the Civil War. This scene shows a Confederate soldier shooting towards the shore from where the Unionists were firing at the sailors

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Confederate Confederates Crew Firing Grounds Potomac Sailors Shooting Shore Trapping Unionists Virginia

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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment during the American Civil War, as a Confederate soldier takes aim at the Unionist position from the shore of the Potomac River in Virginia. The Potomac River was one of the key battle grounds during the Civil War, with frequent skirmishes and engagements taking place between Union and Confederate forces. In this scene, the Confederates appear to be gaining the upper hand, as they successfully trap the crew of a Union boat. The sailors on the boat are shown in the foreground, frantically trying to defend themselves against the Confederate fire. The soldier in the background, clad in a gray Confederate uniform and wearing a Confederate kepi, takes careful aim, his rifle steadied against a tree trunk. The serene beauty of the river and its surrounding landscape serve as a stark contrast to the intense conflict unfolding on its shores. This historical photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the raw and unforgettable realities of the American Civil War.

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