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Porters Bombardment of Grand Gulf, c. 1863 (engraving)
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Porters Bombardment of Grand Gulf, c. 1863 (engraving)
878340 Porters Bombardment of Grand Gulf, c.1863 (engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902) (after); 17.4 x13 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: The Battle of Grand Gulf was fought on April 29, 1863. In the Vicksburg Campaign of Maj. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant, Union naval forces under Rear Admiral David D. Porter led 7 ironcalds in an attack on the Confederate fortifications and batteries at Grand Gulf, downriver from Vicksburg, MS. Although Confederates withstood the bombardment and prevented infantry from landing against their fortification, the defeat was only a minor setback to Grants plan to cross the Mississippi River and advance against Vicksburg. The image shows the ironclads coming under fire and firing towards the embankments rising up on the right.
Engraved by J. Rogers.); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22737702
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the intense moment of Porters Bombardment of Grand Gulf during the American Civil War in 1863. The engraving, created by Thomas Nast and later engraved by J. Rogers, showcases the sheer power and chaos that unfolded on that fateful day. In this image, we witness Union naval forces led by Rear Admiral David D. Porter as they bravely navigate their ironclads through a storm of enemy fire. The Confederate fortifications and batteries at Grand Gulf stand defiantly on the right side of the picture, while billowing smoke fills the air from cannon blasts. Despite their valiant efforts, the Confederates managed to withstand this relentless bombardment, preventing Union infantry from landing against their fortification. However, this setback was only a minor hindrance to Major General Ulysses S. Grant's plan to cross the Mississippi River and advance towards Vicksburg. The print serves as a reminder of both the bravery and devastation witnessed during one of America's bloodiest conflicts. It symbolizes not only the strategic importance of key waterways like the Mississippi River but also highlights how battles were fought across land and sea simultaneously. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back in time to an era where soldiers fought for what they believed in with unwavering determination. This engraving is a testament to their sacrifice and serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's turbulent past.
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