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CIVIL WAR: CUSTER, 1862. The staff of General Fitz-John Porter; reclining: Lieutenants William G. Jones and George A. Custer, at the Peninsula, Virginia, 20 May 1862. Photographed by James F. Gibson
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CIVIL WAR: CUSTER, 1862. The staff of General Fitz-John Porter; reclining: Lieutenants William G. Jones and George A. Custer, at the Peninsula, Virginia, 20 May 1862. Photographed by James F. Gibson
CIVIL WAR: CUSTER, 1862.
The staff of General Fitz-John Porter; reclining: Lieutenants William G. Jones and George A. Custer, at the Peninsula, Virginia, 20 May 1862. Photographed by James F. Gibson
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Media ID 7598805
1862 Armstrong Custer Lieutenant Peninsula Pipe Porter Reclining Smoker South East Staff Union Union Army Virginia Yankee
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, we are transported back to the year 1862 during the height of the Civil War. The image showcases a group of Union soldiers from General Fitz-John Porter's staff, taking a moment to relax amidst the chaos of war. Two lieutenants, William G. Jones and George A. Custer, can be seen reclining on the Peninsula in Virginia. Lieutenant Custer, who would later become one of history's most iconic figures as General George Armstrong Custer, is captured in his youth with an air of confidence and determination. Both men wear their Union uniforms proudly as they enjoy a brief respite from battle. The composition is made even more intriguing by the presence of a loyal canine companion at Lieutenant Jones' side. This faithful pet adds a touch of humanity to an otherwise somber scene. Photographed by James F. Gibson, this print serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers during one of America's darkest periods - the Civil War. It offers us a glimpse into their lives beyond military duty; moments stolen away from conflict where camaraderie and relaxation provided solace in uncertain times. This historical artifact preserved by The Granger Collection allows us to reflect upon our nation's past while honoring those who fought for freedom and unity during this tumultuous era in American history.
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