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CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT. Union Army recruiters enlisting Irish and German immigrants on their arrival at Castle Garden in New York City, 1864. Contemporary English wood engraving, after a drawing by C. D. Shanly
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CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT. Union Army recruiters enlisting Irish and German immigrants on their arrival at Castle Garden in New York City, 1864. Contemporary English wood engraving, after a drawing by C. D. Shanly
CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT.
Union Army recruiters enlisting Irish and German immigrants on their arrival at Castle Garden in New York City, 1864. Contemporary English wood engraving, after a drawing by C.D. Shanly
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1864 Arrival Basket Battery Bill Board Castle Garden Civilian Drink Drum Drummer Flag Immigrant Immigration Station Irish Marching Band Offer Parasol Pipe Piper Produce Recruiting Sailor Suit Satchel Sign Smoker Union Army
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This print captures a significant moment in history during the Civil War: Union Army recruiters enlisting Irish and German immigrants upon their arrival at Castle Garden in New York City in 1864. The image, originally drawn by C. D. Shanly and later transformed into a contemporary English wood engraving, showcases the bustling scene outside Castle Garden. In this vibrant snapshot of the past, we see a diverse crowd gathered around the recruitment center. Men and women from various backgrounds stand alongside each other, eagerly awaiting their turn to join the Union Army. A drummer boy beats his drum rhythmically while a piper plays an enchanting tune on his instrument. Immigrants clutch baskets filled with produce as they listen intently to the recruiters' offer. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as billboards advertise opportunities for those willing to fight for their new homeland. Soldiers donning uniforms mingle with civilians wearing hats and smoking pipes, creating an intriguing contrast between military life and civilian existence. Amidst all this activity, one cannot miss the prominent American flag proudly waving above Castle Garden - a symbol of unity amidst diversity. This remarkable print transports us back to a pivotal time when individuals from different nations came together to contribute to America's cause during one of its most challenging periods - truly showcasing the strength that lies within diversity.
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