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CIVIL WAR: NORTH ANNA RIVER. Destruction of the Fredericksburg and Richmond Railroad Bridge over the North Anna River, Virginia, 1864. Wood engraving, American, 1864
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CIVIL WAR: NORTH ANNA RIVER. Destruction of the Fredericksburg and Richmond Railroad Bridge over the North Anna River, Virginia, 1864. Wood engraving, American, 1864
CIVIL WAR: NORTH ANNA RIVER.
Destruction of the Fredericksburg and Richmond Railroad Bridge over the North Anna River, Virginia, 1864. Wood engraving, American, 1864
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1864 Battle Bombed Bridge Burn Destruction Fredericksburg Overland Campaign Rail Road Richmond South Eastern State Virginia Warfare North Anna River
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This powerful wood engraving captures the devastating destruction of the Fredericksburg and Richmond Railroad Bridge over the North Anna River during the Civil War. The image, created by an American artist in 1864, showcases the brutal reality of warfare in Virginia. The bridge, a vital transportation link between two key cities, was targeted as part of the Overland Campaign. As Confederate and Union forces clashed in this strategic region, both sides recognized the importance of controlling crucial infrastructure like railroads. In this scene, we witness the aftermath of intense bombardment and burning. The bridge stands partially collapsed, its charred remnants a testament to fierce battles fought on these very grounds. Smoke lingers in the air while flames continue to consume what remains. The engraving offers a glimpse into middle America's state during this tumultuous period. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly mundane structures like bridges became targets for destruction in order to gain military advantage. As viewers reflect on this print from Granger Art on Demand, they are transported back to 1864 Virginia – a time when every inch of land held immense value and witnessed unimaginable violence. This artwork encapsulates not only physical devastation but also symbolizes how war can tear apart communities and disrupt daily life for countless individuals caught in its grasp.
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