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Mortar Battery No. 4
Mortar battery No. 4, near Yorktown, Virginia, during the American Civil War, May 1862. From Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the Civil War by Alexander Gardner, Volume 1, Plate 14. (Photo by Wood & Gibson/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11800722
© 2010 Getty Images
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
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.
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This print takes us back to the heart of the American Civil War in May 1862. Mortar Battery No. 4, situated near Yorktown, Virginia, serves as a poignant reminder of the intense battles that raged during this historic conflict. The image captures the essence of war with its gritty realism. The mortar battery stands tall against a backdrop of open fields and clear skies, showcasing the vastness of the outdoors where these soldiers fought for their beliefs. Amidst this scene, we see only one man - an anonymous figure who represents countless individuals who bravely served their country during this tumultuous time. The artillery equipment on display adds an air of authenticity to the photograph. The massive mortar sits atop its wooden carriage, ready for action at any moment. Its presence symbolizes both destruction and defense; a powerful weapon capable of inflicting great damage upon enemy lines. Preserved through Alexander Gardner's lens and presented in Volume 1, Plate 14 of his renowned "Gardners Photographic Sketch Book" this image is a testament to his skill as well as his dedication to documenting history through photography. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Hulton Archive's collection at Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported back in time to witness just a glimpse of what life was like for those involved in one of America's most defining conflicts - forever etched into our collective memory as the American Civil War.
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