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Framed Print : CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862



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CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS.
Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

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Media ID 7597231

1862 Barnard Cannon Confederate Decoy Fort Gibson Quaker South East Trick


14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame

Step back in time with our captivating CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS Framed Print. This historic photograph, taken by George Barnard and James Gibson in March 1862, captures the ingenious tactic employed by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. The Quaker Guns, logs fashioned into decoy artillery, fooled Union soldiers into believing they were facing a larger enemy force. Bring this piece of American history into your home or office and start a conversation with this intriguing and thought-provoking image from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection.

Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.6cm (9.6" x 6.9")

Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")

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.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a remarkable moment from the Civil War: the ingenious use of Quaker Guns by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. In an attempt to deceive Union troops, logs were skillfully fashioned into decoy artillery, creating a convincing illusion of formidable cannons. The success of this ruse is evident in the photograph taken by George Barnard and James Gibson in March 1862. The image showcases the cleverness and resourcefulness employed during this tumultuous period in American history. These fake guns were strategically placed within forts and other defensive positions, fooling enemy soldiers into believing that they faced a heavily armed opposition. This tactic allowed Confederate forces to maintain their advantage while conserving valuable resources. The composition of the photograph highlights both the trickery involved and the external appearance of these Quaker Guns. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity displayed by those on both sides of the conflict during this time. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to an era where warfare required not only physical strength but also cunning strategies. This historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into one aspect of life during the Civil War – showcasing how even simple materials like logs could be transformed into powerful tools for deception on battlefields across America's mid-south and southeast regions.

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