CIVIL WAR: BULL RUN, 1861. Mrs. Spinners house, near Centreville, Virginia

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CIVIL WAR: BULL RUN, 1861. Mrs. Spinners house, near Centreville, Virginia

CIVIL WAR: BULL RUN, 1861.
Mrs. Spinners house, near Centreville, Virginia. Photographed in March 1862 by George N. Barnard following the evacuation of Centreville and Manassas by Confederate troops after the First Battle of Bull Run

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1861 1862 Barnard Battlefield Centreville First Battle Of Bull Run George Manassas March Southeastern Virginia

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This print captures the aftermath of the historic First Battle of Bull Run during the American Civil War. Taken in March 1862 by George N. Barnard, it showcases Mrs. Spinner's house near Centreville, Virginia, which served witness to the intense conflict that unfolded on its doorstep. The image reveals a scene frozen in time - a mid-19th century house standing amidst the scars left by war. The southeastern Virginia landscape surrounding Mrs. Spinner's home is marked with remnants of battle: damaged trees, scattered debris, and signs of hasty retreat as Confederate troops evacuated Centreville and Manassas following their defeat at Bull Run. Barnard's skilled photography allows us to glimpse into this pivotal moment in history, capturing both the physical devastation and emotional weight that war imposes on communities caught in its crossfire. The somber atmosphere conveyed through his lens serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost paid during these turbulent times. As we observe this photograph today, we are transported back to an era defined by division and strife but also resilience and determination. It stands as a testament to those who lived through one of America's darkest chapters while reminding us never to forget our shared past or take for granted our hard-won unity.

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