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Siege of Vicksburg, (1878). Creator: Unknown
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Siege of Vicksburg, (1878). Creator: Unknown
Siege of Vicksburg, (1878). After a siege lasting almost two months, the fortress of Vicksburg, Mississippi, fell to the Union on 4 July 1863. It was a crucial strategic turning point in the American Civil War, as it left the Union in control of the Mississippi River and split the Confederacy in two. From " Our Country: a Household History for All Readers, from the Discovery of America to the Present Time", Volume 3, by Benson J. Lossing. [Johnson & Miles, New York, 1878]
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This print captures the historic Siege of Vicksburg in 1878, a pivotal moment during the American Civil War. The creator of this powerful image remains unknown, but its significance is undeniable. Lasting nearly two months, the siege culminated on July 4th, 1863, when Union forces successfully overtook the fortress of Vicksburg in Mississippi. The fall of Vicksburg marked a turning point in the war as it granted control of the mighty Mississippi River to the Union army and effectively split the Confederacy in half. This photograph is taken from "Our Country: a Household History for All Readers" by Benson J. Lossing, published in New York in 1878. In this monochrome scene filled with smoke and explosions, we witness brave soldiers engaged in battle. Men load cannons with ammunition while others fire at their enemies with determination etched upon their faces. The engraving beautifully captures both the intensity and chaos that defined warfare during this tumultuous period. As we gaze upon this historical relic frozen within time, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by these valiant individuals who fought for their respective causes. Their actions shaped not only America's destiny but also influenced future generations. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's turbulent past and honors those who bravely fought on both sides during one of history's most defining conflicts -the American Civil War
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