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William Tecumseh Sherman - Atlanta photo
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William Tecumseh Sherman - Atlanta photo
William Tecumseh Sherman (1820 - 1891), American army commander at Atlanta in 1864, during the American Civil War
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This evocative image captures General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891) during his pivotal role in the American Civil War, specifically in the city of Atlanta in 1864. Sherman, a career military man, rose to prominence during the conflict as one of the Union's most effective commanders. Here, he is depicted on horseback, surveying the battlefield with an air of determination and focus. In his right hand, he holds the reins of his horse, while in his left, he clutches a map, studying it intently as he plans his next move. In the background, a gun carriage and soldiers in uniform are visible, adding to the sense of military might and strategy at play. The city of Atlanta, a key Confederate stronghold, had fallen to Sherman's forces just weeks prior to this photograph being taken. The Union victory in Atlanta marked a turning point in the war, and Sherman's march to the sea, which followed, would further weaken the Confederacy's ability to wage war. This powerful image encapsulates the intensity and importance of Sherman's leadership during this critical moment in American history.
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