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Confederate surrender at Appomattox, 1865
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Confederate surrender at Appomattox, 1865
General Lee surrenders his army to General Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, 1865.
Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration
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1860s 1865 America Appomattox Army Ceremony Civil War Confederacy Confederate Confederate Army Defeat General Grant General Lee Grant Military Military History Officer Robert E Lee Signing South Southern Surrender Ulyssess Grant Union Union Army Us Army Us Grant Victory Virginia Appomattox Court House General Sheridan Mclean House
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This hand-colored woodcut reproduction takes us back to a defining moment in American history - the Confederate surrender at Appomattox in 1865. The image depicts General Robert E. Lee, the esteemed Southern officer, bowing his head as he surrenders his army to General Ulysses S. Grant of the Union Army. This solemn ceremony took place at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, marking the end of the devastating Civil War. The vintage illustration beautifully captures the essence of this historic event, showcasing both military officers surrounded by their respective troops. It serves as a poignant reminder of a divided nation coming together once again under one flag. The significance of this surrender cannot be overstated; it symbolizes not only defeat for the Confederacy but also victory for unity and peace within America. The image transports us to that pivotal moment when North and South reconciled their differences and began healing wounds that had torn families apart. As we gaze upon this piece of art, we are reminded of our shared heritage and how far our country has come since those turbulent times. It is a testament to our resilience as a nation and serves as an important historical artifact that continues to shape our understanding of American identity today
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