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"Stratford Hall, " 786 Great House Road, Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, c1932. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Stratford Hall, " 786 Great House Road, Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, c1932
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"Stratford Hall, " 786 Great House Road, Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, c1932. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Stratford Hall, " 786 Great House Road, Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, c1932
"Stratford Hall, " 786 Great House Road, Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, c1932. House Architecture: Unknown architect, built 1730s. Other: Birthplace of Robert E. Lee
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Stratford Hall, located at 786 Great House Road in Stratford, Westmoreland County, Virginia, is a historic plantation house with a rich and significant history. Built in the 1730s, this elegant 18th-century home is best known as the birthplace of Robert E. Lee, one of the most prominent military leaders in American history. In this photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the early 20th century, we see an empty interior room with a panelled wall and a large, ornate wooden chair. The room's furniture, including a table and a lantern, adds to the sense of history and tradition. The house's architecture is a testament to the grandeur and sophistication of the colonial era in America. The intricate details of the woodwork, the high ceilings, and the large windows all speak to the wealth and status of the families who once called Stratford Hall home. Despite the passage of time, Stratford Hall remains an important part of American history. Its preservation and restoration serve as a reminder of the country's rich heritage and the enduring influence of its past. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, is a beautiful and evocative snapshot of a bygone era. The empty room, with its faded furniture and muted light, invites us to imagine the stories and secrets it might hold. The lantern in the foreground, casting a soft and warm glow, adds a sense of mystery and intrigue. Frances Benjamin Johnston was a pioneering photographer and architectural documentarian, and her work continues to inspire and inform our understanding of American history and culture.
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