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Confederate Prisoners for Exchange, Coxs Landing, James River, 1864
Confederate Prisoners for Exchange, Coxs Landing, James River, 1864. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady
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Confederate Prisoners for Exchange, Coxs Landing, James River, 1864 - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of the American Civil War
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. This black and white albumen print from 1864 takes us back to a defining moment in American history - the Civil War. Formerly attributed to renowned photographer Mathew B. Brady but now recognized as Andrew Joseph Russell's work, this image captures a poignant scene at Coxs Landing on the James River. In this snapshot frozen in time, Confederate prisoners await exchange with Union forces. The composition is stark and evocative; we see weary men dressed in tattered uniforms standing behind a makeshift wooden fence. Their expressions range from stoic resignation to faint glimmers of hope for freedom. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and its impact on individuals caught up in its merciless grip. It transports us to an era when our nation was deeply divided, highlighting both the physical and emotional toll inflicted upon those who fought on opposing sides. Preserved by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this nineteenth-century masterpiece by Andrew Joseph Russell offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon our country's complex past while honoring those who endured unimaginable hardships during this tumultuous period. As we gaze upon these Confederate prisoners awaiting their fate at Coxs Landing, let us remember that it is through understanding our history that we can strive towards unity and progress as one nation under God.
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