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To Coloured Men. 54th Regiment! Massachusetts Volunteers, Of African Descent
2905951 To Coloured Men. 54th Regiment! Massachusetts Volunteers, Of African Descent, 1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 109.9x75.2 cm; Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA, USA; (add.info.: The American Civil War, also known as the War Between the States was a civil war between the Confederacy (Confederates) and the Union, between 1861-65; appealing to African-Americans to join the 54th Regiment; ); eMassachusetts Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22421652
© Massachusetts Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
African American Boston Broadsheet Broadside Civil Descent Federal Propaganda Recruit Recruiting Recruitment Troop Union Unionist Unionists
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating To Coloured Men. 54th Regiment! Massachusetts Volunteers, Of African Descent poster print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image, taken from Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder, showcases the courage and determination of the 54th Regiment, the first official African American regiment in the Union Army during the American Civil War. The lithograph, created in the 19th century and housed at the Massachusetts Historical Society, is a testament to the significant role these brave men played in shaping history. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and celebrate diversity and resilience.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 61.5cm (16.5" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This lithograph, titled "To Coloured Men. 54th Regiment! Massachusetts Volunteers, Of African Descent" captures a pivotal moment in American history during the Civil War. Measuring at an impressive 109.9x75.2 cm, this print is housed in the esteemed Massachusetts Historical Society in Boston. The artwork serves as a powerful recruitment advertisement aimed specifically at African-Americans to join the renowned 54th Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers. Created by an anonymous American artist from the 19th century, it showcases the determination and bravery of these men who fought for their freedom and equality. During this tumultuous period, known as the War Between the States or simply the American Civil War (1861-65), tensions ran high between Confederate forces and Union troops. This lithograph represents a crucial turning point when African-Americans were finally given opportunities to fight alongside their white counterparts for a common cause. With its bold imagery and persuasive message, this broadsheet poster stands as both propaganda and historical artifact. It symbolizes unity among diverse backgrounds while appealing to potential recruits to join up with federal troops fighting under the Unionist flag. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of art from Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of how far our nation has come since those turbulent times – yet also how much further we still have to go in achieving true equality for all Americans.
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