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CIVIL WAR: UNBURIED DEAD. View of skeletal remains and uniforms several months
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CIVIL WAR: UNBURIED DEAD. View of skeletal remains and uniforms several months
CIVIL WAR: UNBURIED DEAD.
View of skeletal remains and uniforms several months after the battle in Gaines Mill, Virginia. Photography by John Reekie, April 1865
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1865 Albumen April Battle Battlefield Dead Gaines Mill Remains Skull Tree Virginia Wood Woods Reekie Ribcage Skeletal Southeast Stereograph
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CIVIL WAR: UNBURIED DEAD. A haunting glimpse into the aftermath of the Battle of Gaines Mill, Virginia, captured by photographer John Reekie in April 1865. This powerful photograph, printed in sepia tones on albumen paper, reveals a chilling scene that serves as a stark reminder of the devastating toll taken by the Civil War. In this image, skeletal remains and tattered uniforms lay scattered amidst the desolate battlefield several months after the fierce clash between Union and Confederate troops. The once vibrant landscape now stands as a solemn testament to lives lost and sacrifices made. Reekie's skilled composition draws our attention to a particularly poignant detail - an exposed ribcage protruding from beneath decaying foliage. Nearby lies a skull partially obscured by fallen branches, symbolizing both individual tragedy and collective loss. The dense woods surrounding the area add an eerie atmosphere to this somber tableau. Through his lens, Reekie captures not only death but also nature's relentless reclamation of man-made destruction. This stereograph transports us back in time to witness firsthand the grim reality faced by those who fought bravely for their respective causes during one of America's darkest chapters. It serves as a potent reminder that war leaves scars that extend far beyond its immediate conclusion. Granger Art on Demand presents this evocative print with utmost respect for historical preservation and remembrance.
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