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Albumen print: Effect of explosion of shell, near Fredericksburg, Va. c
696146 Albumen print: Effect of explosion of shell, near Fredericksburg, Va. c.1862 (sepia photo) by Russell, Andrew Joseph (1830-1902); 55x43 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Untitled photograph from Fredericksburg, showing Gen. Haupt leaning against a stump while surveying the damage of a shell. See W. C. Davis, The Image of War v. 3 p. 326. (Also reprinted in Meredith no. 107). Shows broken wagon with dead mules (?). Damaged on left margin of negative.); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22410158
© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War American History Artillery Military History Pillaging Remains Union Forces Unionist Wagon Wartime Battle Of Fredericksburg Black And White Photograph
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the raw power and intensity of history with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating Albumen print, titled "Effect of explosion of shell, near Fredericksburg, Va. c.1862" by renowned photographer Andrew Joseph Russell, transports you back in time. Witness the aftermath of a battlefield explosion, as depicted in this sepia-toned masterpiece from the Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York. Each print is meticulously produced to preserve the intricate details and authenticity of the original image. Add this stunning piece of historical art to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This sepia-toned albumen print captures the haunting aftermath of an explosion during the American Civil War. Taken near Fredericksburg, Virginia in 1862, this powerful image showcases the devastating impact of war on both soldiers and their surroundings. In the foreground, General Haupt leans against a stump, his face etched with weariness as he surveys the destruction caused by a shell explosion. The broken wagon and lifeless mules serve as grim reminders of the violence that unfolded on this battlefield. The remains of what was once a bustling carriage now lie scattered amidst ruins, symbolizing the shattered lives and dreams left in war's wake. The photograph offers a glimpse into the realities faced by Union forces during this tumultuous time in American history. It serves as a testament to their resilience and determination amidst unimaginable chaos. Captured in black and white, this image conveys not only physical destruction but also emotional weight. It invites viewers to reflect upon the tolls exacted by conflict while highlighting how photography can freeze moments of devastation for future generations to contemplate. As we examine this historical artifact today, it reminds us of our collective responsibility to remember and learn from past conflicts so that we may strive towards peace and understanding in our own time.
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