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CIVIL WAR: FREIGHT TRAIN. Freight train on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad with
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CIVIL WAR: FREIGHT TRAIN. Freight train on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad with
CIVIL WAR: FREIGHT TRAIN.
Freight train on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad with the Culpeper Court House in the background during the second Battle of Bull Run, Virginia. Photograph by Timothy H. O Sullivan, 1862
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1862 Alexandria Court House Freight Orange Railroad Timothy Track Train Virginia Culpeper
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This print titled "CIVIL WAR: FREIGHT TRAIN" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. The image showcases a freight train rumbling along the Orange and Alexandria Railroad, with the iconic Culpeper Court House standing tall in the background. It was captured during the second Battle of Bull Run in Virginia by renowned photographer Timothy H. O Sullivan in 1862. The photograph transports us to an era when railroads played a crucial role in transporting troops, supplies, and ammunition during the Civil War. The sight of this massive locomotive chugging through the war-torn landscape evokes a sense of power and resilience. O Sullivan's skilled composition highlights both the strength of industrial progress represented by the railroad tracks and train, as well as the enduring presence of historical landmarks like Culpeper Court House amidst chaos. This remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate not only O Sullivan's talent but also serves as a reminder of how photography can freeze moments that would otherwise be lost to time. It invites viewers to reflect on our nation's past struggles while acknowledging its progress since those tumultuous times.
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