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Ruins on Gaines Mill, Virginia, April 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
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Ruins on Gaines Mill, Virginia, April 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951231 Ruins on Gaines Mill, Virginia, April 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by Reekie, John (1829-85); 17.8x22.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, Volume II); eAddison Gallery of American Art; museum purchase, Collection Care and Enhancement Fund; American, out of copyright
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© Addison Gallery of American Art museum purchase, Collection Care and Enhancement Fund / Bridgeman Images
1860s American Civil War Military History Monochrome Union B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Ruins on Gaines Mill, Virginia, April 1865" transports us back to a significant moment in American history. Taken by John Reekie in the midst of the American Civil War, this albumen print captures the haunting aftermath of destruction. The image showcases a desolate scene of ruins and devastation. The crumbling remains of buildings stand as somber reminders of the fierce battles that took place here. The monochrome tones add an air of melancholy to the composition, emphasizing the gravity and solemnity of war. Through this photograph, we catch a glimpse into the lives affected by conflict. It serves as a poignant testament to both human resilience and tragedy. We can almost imagine Union soldiers passing through these ruins, their footsteps echoing amidst fallen bricks and shattered windows. Preserved within the Addison Gallery of American Art's collection at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, this print is part of Gardner's Photographic Sketch Book series documenting various aspects of the war. Its historical significance cannot be overstated; it offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon one chapter in America's tumultuous past. As we gaze upon this powerful image from 1865 Virginia, let us remember those who lived through such trying times and honor their sacrifices for our nation's future peace and unity.
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