The Civil War in America - main battery at Fort Pillow... 1862. Creator: Unknown

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The Civil War in America - main battery at Fort Pillow... 1862. Creator: Unknown

The Civil War in America - main battery at Fort Pillow, on the Mississippi, evacuated by the Confederates on the 5th of June - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

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Media ID 35125947

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American Civil War Armaments Battery Cannon Cannons Defence Fort Mississippi Mississippi River River Mississippi Steam Boat Steamboat Steamer Boat Submarine Union Army United States Army Us Army Armed Services Fortifications Illustrated London News Standard Submarines White And Black

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print depicts the main battery at Fort Pillow, located on the banks of the Mississippi River in America during the pivotal year of 1862. The Confederate forces had recently evacuated the fort on June 5th, following a fierce assault by the Union Army. The image, created from a sketch by a special artist for the Illustrated London News, captures the abandoned fortification in its post-evacuation state. The battered walls of the fort are dotted with cannons, their muzzles pointed towards the river, a testament to the intense battle that had taken place there. In the foreground, a Union steam boat sails calmly on the river, adding a sense of contrast to the chaotic scene of abandoned fortifications and military equipment. The Union flag flies proudly atop one of the remaining structures, symbolizing the victory of the Union forces. The print offers a glimpse into the geography and military tactics of the American Civil War, providing a visual record of a significant moment in the conflict between the United States of America and the Confederate States of America. The print also underscores the role of the press in documenting and disseminating information about the war to the wider public in Britain and beyond.

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