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Aiming an 8-inch Union siege mortar in the trenches outside Petersburg, Virginia
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Aiming an 8-inch Union siege mortar in the trenches outside Petersburg, Virginia
867767 Aiming an 8-inch Union siege mortar in the trenches outside Petersburg, Virginia, as sketched by Alfred R. Waud (pencil on paper) by Waud, Alfred Rudolph (1828-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing on olive paper, in pencil with A" Chinese whiteA" highlights, by the special correspondent for A" HarperAs Weekly, A" Alfred R. Waud; it is titled underneath in his own handwriting A" Aiming a mortar in JacksonAs Connecticut battery, A" and it was published as an engraving on page 505 of the August 6, 1864 issue of that journal, as part of a series entitled A" In the trenches before Petersburg.A" The Library of Congress holds the original Waud sketch, whose crease-line has been removed and lightly cleaned in this version by BiM); Battlefields in Motion, Ltd.; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22225792
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This print captures a significant moment during the American Civil War. The image depicts a Union soldier aiming an 8-inch siege mortar in the trenches outside Petersburg, Virginia. Sketched by Alfred R. Waud, a special correspondent for Harper's Weekly, this pencil drawing on olive paper showcases the intensity of war. The soldier's focused expression reveals the determination and precision required to operate such powerful artillery. With Chinese white highlights adding depth to the sketch, Waud masterfully brings this historical scene to life. Published as an engraving in Harper's Weekly in August 1864, this image is part of a series titled "In the trenches before Petersburg". It offers viewers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by soldiers defending their positions against enemy forces. The Library of Congress holds the original sketch by Waud, which has been carefully cleaned and restored for preservation. The removal of crease lines allows us to appreciate every detail captured by Waud's skilled hand. This print serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during one of America's most tumultuous periods. It symbolizes not only the strength and resilience demonstrated by those who fought but also honors their unwavering dedication to preserving freedom and unity amidst chaos.
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