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John William Grout, American soldier, (1872)
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John William Grout, American soldier, (1872)
John William Grout, American soldier, (1872). Lieutenant Grout (1843-1861), was a civil war soldier who served with the Unions 15th Massachusetts as a Second Lieutenant and was killed at the age of eighteen at the Battle of Ball?s Bluff on 21 October 1861. He was possibly the youngest officer in the American Civil War to be killed. The Vacant Chair, a poem which was later set to music, was written to commemorate his sacrifice. Engraving from A Childs History of the United States by John Gilmary Shea, published by Hess and McDavitt, (New York, 1872)
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John William Grout - A Young Soldier's Sacrifice
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. This poignant print captures the image of John William Grout, an American soldier who served during the Civil War. Lieutenant Grout, born in 1843, bravely fought as a Second Lieutenant with the Union's 15th Massachusetts regiment. Tragically, at just eighteen years old, he met his untimely demise on October 21st, 1861, during the Battle of Ball's Bluff. Lieutenant Grout's sacrifice was so profound that it inspired "The Vacant Chair" a poem later set to music and written in commemoration of his bravery. This engraving from "A Child's History of the United States" by John Gilmary Shea depicts him in his military attire - a testament to his commitment and dedication to his country. In this black-and-white portrait, we see Lieutenant Grout's determined face adorned with a distinguished mustache. The photograph serves as a reminder not only of one individual’s sacrifice but also reflects the larger context of warfare and conflict that defined America during the nineteenth century. As we gaze upon this print today, we are transported back to an era when young men like John William Grout selflessly gave their lives for their beliefs and ideals. It is through images like these that we can honor their memory and reflect upon our nation’s history – forever indebted to those who made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our great country.
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