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Confederate Works

An extreme line of Confederate works in Cold Harbor, Virginia, during the American Civil War, April 1865. From Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the Civil War by Alexander Gardner, Volume 2, Plate 96. (Photo by John Reekie/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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This print transports us back to the tumultuous era of the American Civil War. Taken in April 1865, it showcases an extreme line of Confederate works in Cold Harbor, Virginia. The image captures the stark reality of war as we witness a formidable barricade constructed by Confederate forces. The composition is strikingly powerful, with a row of tall trees framing the scene on one side and a sturdy wooden fence running parallel to the works on the other. This juxtaposition highlights both nature's beauty and man's destructive capabilities during times of conflict. The absence of any human presence adds an eerie quality to this photograph, emphasizing the desolation that often accompanies war. It prompts us to reflect upon the countless lives lost or forever changed within these very surroundings. As we delve into history through this remarkable visual document from Gardner's Photographic Sketch Book, we are reminded of how photography can serve as a time machine, transporting us directly into significant moments that shaped our world. Through this lens captured by John Reekie, we gain insight into not only military strategy but also the immense impact that such defensive structures had on shaping battle outcomes. In essence, this print serves as a poignant reminder of our collective past and encourages us to contemplate its lessons for our present and future endeavors.

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