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A Full Company of Bluecoats in Winter Quarters, c. 1861-1865 (half-plate tintype
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A Full Company of Bluecoats in Winter Quarters, c. 1861-1865 (half-plate tintype
991460 A Full Company of Bluecoats in Winter Quarters, c.1861-1865 (half-plate tintype, hand coloured, in leather case) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Full Company of Bluecoats in Winter Quarters. Half-plate tintype, hand coloured, in leather case. Printed circa 1861-1865.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22743028
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1860s 1861 1865 African American Ethnicity American Civil War Bluecoat Civil War Company Comrade Daguerre Daguerreotype Direct Gaze Friend Friendly Friends Friendship Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Historic Event Historical Event Historical Events Image Large Group Looking At Camera Men Only Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Military Position Military Rank Military Unit Mixed Race Group Negative Concept Olden Time Photographic Quarters Relationship Tintype Unionist Wintry Daguerrotype Ethnic Origin Handcoloured Portrait Style Portraiture
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A Full Company of Bluecoats in Winter Quarters, c. 1861-1865". This print captures a moment frozen in time during the American Civil War. Taken by an anonymous 19th-century American photographer, this half-plate tintype has been meticulously hand colored and preserved in a leather case. The image showcases a large group of soldiers, known as the Bluecoats, huddled together in their winter quarters. The men are dressed in their military uniforms, braving the harsh wintry conditions with determination etched on their faces. Among them is a diverse mix of ethnicities including African Americans and Caucasians, highlighting the inclusive nature of this military unit. Despite the hardships they face, there is an undeniable sense of camaraderie among these soldiers. Their friendly demeanor and direct gazes towards the camera reveal their strong bond as comrades-in-arms. This portrait-style photograph offers us a glimpse into history - capturing not only the physical appearance but also conveying emotions and stories that unfolded during this tumultuous period. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men who fought for what they believed was right. As we observe this historic image today, it allows us to reflect on our shared past and appreciate those who have come before us - reminding us that even amidst adversity, friendship and unity can prevail.
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