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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
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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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1862 Barnard Cannon Confederate Decoy Fort Gibson Quaker South East Trick
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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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