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Group of Confederate Prisoners at Fairfax Court-House, June 1863
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Group of Confederate Prisoners at Fairfax Court-House, June 1863
Group of Confederate Prisoners at Fairfax Court-House, June 1863. Albumen print, pl. 34 from the album " Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, Volume I" (1866)
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1866 Alexander Gardner American Civil War Confederate Confederate Army Confederate States Army Confederates Gardner Alexander Osullivan T H Osullivan Tim Osullivan Timothy Osullivan Timothy H Pows Prisoner Prisoner Of War Prisoners Prisoners Of War T H Osullivan Tim Osullivan Timothy H Osullivan Timothy Osullivan Virginia United States Of America Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print
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Group of Confederate Prisoners at Fairfax Court-House, June 1863 - A Glimpse into the American Civil War
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. This albumen print, captured by renowned photographer Alexander Gardner in June 1863, offers a poignant glimpse into the tumultuous era of the American Civil War. The photograph is part of Gardner's iconic "Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, Volume I" released in 1866. In this image, we witness a group of Confederate prisoners at Fairfax Court-House during one of the war's most critical junctures. The men stand solemnly together, their faces etched with weariness and resignation. Clad in tattered uniforms that bear witness to their arduous journey through battlefields and hardships, these soldiers represent both the strength and vulnerability inherent to armed forces engaged in conflict. The composition skillfully captures not only the physical toll exacted on these prisoners but also hints at their shared experiences and camaraderie amidst adversity. Each face tells a unique story - stories marked by sacrifice for country and loyalty to cause. As we contemplate this powerful image from our nation's history, it serves as a reminder that wars are fought not only on distant battlefields but within hearts and minds as well. This photograph invites us to reflect upon the human cost of war while honoring those who endured unimaginable trials during this defining period in American history. Displayed proudly within an art gallery or institute such as Chicago's Art Institute, this piece stands testament to Alexander Gardner's mastery behind the lens and his dedication to documenting significant moments that shape our collective memory.
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