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Charleston, South Carolina, 1862-1867. Artist: W Ridgway
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Charleston, South Carolina, 1862-1867. Artist: W Ridgway
Charleston, South Carolina, 1862-1867. Charleston is the capital of South Carolina, the first state to secede from the Union in the build-up to the American Civil War. An engraving from volume I of The War with the South : a History of the Late Rebellion, by Robert Tomes, Benjamin G Smith, New York, Virtue & Yorston, 3 Volumes, 1862-1867
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This print of Charleston, South Carolina, taken between 1862 and 1867 by artist W Ridgway, offers a glimpse into the historical significance of this city during a tumultuous period in American history. As the capital of South Carolina and the first state to secede from the Union leading up to the American Civil War, Charleston holds great importance in understanding the complexities and divisions that defined this era. The aerial view captured in this engraving showcases Charleston's unique cityscape against a backdrop of geographical features such as rivers. It serves as a reminder of how war can reshape landscapes and alter lives. The print is sourced from volume I of "The War with the South: A History of the Late Rebellion" written by Robert Tomes and Benjamin G Smith. With its intricate details depicting buildings, streets, and landmarks, this image allows us to imagine what life was like in nineteenth-century Charleston. It invites contemplation on concepts such as patriotism, loyalty, and sacrifice that were prevalent during those times. As we reflect on our nation's past through prints like these created by W Ridgway and J Wells for historical documentation rather than commercial use, we gain insight into our shared heritage as Americans. This photograph reminds us that even amidst conflict and division, there is beauty to be found in capturing moments frozen in time – moments that shape who we are today.
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