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Framed Print : The Civil War in America. Train with reinforcements for Gen
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The Civil War in America. Train with reinforcements for Gen
Hundreds of Confederate soldiers leap from the train, as it derails in the Mississippi forest
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Media ID 4376778
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1863 Confederate Forest Hundreds Leap Mississippi Reinforcements
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "The Civil War in America. Train with reinforcements for Gen" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image transports you back in time to the heart of the American Civil War, with hundreds of Confederate soldiers leaping from a derailing train in the Mississippi forest. The tension and intensity of the moment are beautifully captured in this rights-managed photograph, making it a stunning addition to any history or military-themed decor. Bring the past to life with this impressive piece of historical art.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 powerful image captures a pivotal moment in the American Civil War, as hundreds of Confederate soldiers disembark from a derailed train in the dense Mississippi forest in 1863. The train, carrying much-needed reinforcements for General John C. Pemberton's Confederate Army, had been ambushed by Union forces, causing it to come off the tracks. The soldiers, undeterred by the chaos and danger, leap from the train with determination and resolve, ready to join the fight. The forest, thick with foliage and teeming with life, provides a stark contrast to the organized lines of the soldiers and the industrial might of the train. The scene is one of both beauty and brutality, as the natural world continues its course uninterrupted amidst the chaos of war. The year was 1863, a turning point in the war, and this event, though not as well-known as some others, played a significant role in the outcome of the conflict. The Union's successful ambush of the train prevented the Confederates from reinforcing their troops, weakening their position in the Battle of Vicksburg, which ultimately led to the Union's victory and control of the Mississippi River. This historical photograph, from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that defined the American Civil War. The image, with its raw energy and sense of urgency, transports us back in time, allowing us to bear witness to a moment in history that continues to shape our understanding of the past.
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