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Storming of Fort Donelson, Tenn. Feby. 15th 1862 (colour litho)
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Storming of Fort Donelson, Tenn. Feby. 15th 1862 (colour litho)
497543 Storming of Fort Donelson, Tenn. Feby. 15th 1862 (colour litho)
by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); 30.4x40.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: " The attack on the Fort commenced on Tuesday Feby. 13th and was continued with varying success, until Saturday, when Genl. Grant ordered a charge up the steep-hill, on which was the outer redoubt; our troops gained the high breastworks and with hardly a pause, went over them, driving the Rebels back and planting the Stars and Stripes on the embankment. When night came, the Union-troops were victorious at every point, and the next morning the Fort was unconditionally surrendered. The Loyal West has reason to be forever proud of her Valiant Sons, who fought this three days fight." Depicts neat, forward-leaning rows of blue-dressed Union troops cresting the earthen parapet to attack the Confederates in Fort Donelson. Grant looks outward and confidently leads the troops on horseback in the lower left corner of the composition. Steamboats float in the distance.
); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23553040
© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War Banner Charge Charging Civil War Commander Confederate Federal Fort Secessionist Southern Stars And Stripes Steamboats Storming Tennessee Union Unionist
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This print titled "Storming of Fort Donelson, Tenn. Feby. 15th 1862" depicts a pivotal moment in American history during the Civil War. The image, a colour lithograph by Currier and Ives, measures 30.4x40.5 cm and is part of the Gilder Lehrman Collection in New York. The scene portrays the intense battle at Fort Donelson on February 15th, 1862. Union troops dressed in blue uniforms are shown bravely storming the earthen parapet to attack Confederate forces within the fortification. Leading them with unwavering confidence is General Grant himself, mounted on horseback in the lower left corner. The composition exudes a sense of determination and unity as neat rows of Union soldiers lean forward towards victory against their adversaries. In the distance, steamboats float along peacefully amidst this chaotic backdrop. Accompanying this powerful visual representation is an informative caption that sheds light on the historical significance of this event. It describes how General Grant ordered a charge up a steep hill where Union troops successfully gained control over enemy breastworks and ultimately secured victory for their cause. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an important historical document that commemorates the bravery and sacrifice displayed by these valiant soldiers from "the Loyal West". It stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication to preserving unity under one flag - proudly planting "the Stars and Stripes on the embankment. "
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