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The New Capital, Columbia, S. C. photo from nature by G. N. Barnard, 1865 (sepia photo)
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The New Capital, Columbia, S. C. photo from nature by G. N. Barnard, 1865 (sepia photo)
696129 The New Capital, Columbia, S.C. photo from nature by G.N. Barnard, 1865 (sepia photo) by Barnard, George N. (1819-1902); 41x51 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: From: Photographic views of the Sherman campaign, plate 52 (1865). Image c.1863-4.); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23228170
© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
Aftermath American Civil War American History Columbia Crane Damage Rubble South Carolina Black And White Photograph
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This sepia print captures the aftermath of destruction in Columbia, South Carolina during the American Civil War. Taken by G. N. Barnard in 1865, it showcases the ruins of the New Capital building amidst a landscape of rubble and devastation. The image evokes a sense of somberness as one gazes upon the once majestic structure reduced to mere remnants. The crane towering over the scene symbolizes both hope for reconstruction and a reminder of the immense damage inflicted upon this capital city. As we delve into American history through this photograph, we are transported back to a tumultuous era marked by conflict and division. It serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences that war can bring upon even grand architectural achievements. In black and white, every detail is accentuated, allowing us to witness firsthand how war ravaged this Southern city. This historic photograph offers us an opportunity to reflect on our past while also appreciating how far we have come since those dark days. Preserved within the Gilder Lehrman Collection in New York, USA, this image stands as a testament to resilience and rebirth. It reminds us that from ruin can emerge renewal – an enduring message that resonates throughout America's rich tapestry of history.
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