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Recruiting for North
Recruiting for the Union from a horse-bus in the streets of Philadelphia, city of brotherly love, with trumpets a-blaring and flags a-waving
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Media ID 587107
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1862 Brotherly Philadelphia Recruiting Trumpets Waving
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the spirit of Recruiting for the Union in the streets of Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, during the American Civil War in 1862. The scene unfolds on a bustling city street, where a horse-drawn bus, adorned with the Stars and Stripes and the US flag, serves as a mobile recruiting station. The air is filled with the sounds of trumpets blaring, their calls to arms echoing through the streets and resonating with the determination and urgency of the time. The men in the photograph, dressed in their Sunday best, eagerly respond to the call to duty. Some clasp their hands behind their backs, others raise their hats in salute, while a few lean in for a closer look at the recruiting posters displayed on the bus. The sense of camaraderie and unity is palpable, as the men come together in response to the crisis at hand. The scene is set against the backdrop of Philadelphia, a city known for its rich history and commitment to brotherly love. Despite the tensions and divisions that the Civil War had brought about, the spirit of community and unity remained strong. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary men and women during a pivotal moment in American history. The use of the horse-drawn bus as a recruiting station was a common tactic during the Civil War, as it allowed recruiters to reach a larger audience and bring the message of the Union cause directly to the people. The image captures the energy and excitement of the moment, as the call to arms resonated with the citizens of Philadelphia and beyond. This powerful and historic photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of unity and determination that characterized the American Civil War era.
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