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Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862. Creator: Rodney Poole
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Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862. Creator: Rodney Poole
Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862
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Alcohol American Civil War Barrel Barrels Biscuit Biscuits Bread Cargo Firewood Goods Loading Paddle Steamer Paddle Steamers Poole Rodney Sack Sacks Steam Ship Steam Ships Steamboat Steamboats Steamer Steamers Steamship Steamships Supplies Tennessee Whiskey Whisky Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print Cumberland River Nashville
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This black and white albumen print, titled "Supply Steamers at Nashville, Tennessee, 1862" captures a significant moment in American history. Taken by the talented photographer Rodney Poole during the 19th century, this image showcases the bustling activity along the Cumberland River. In this snapshot of time, we witness paddle steamers loaded with essential supplies for the war effort during the American Civil War. The boats are heavily laden with barrels of biscuits and hardtack bread, sacks filled with provisions, and stacks of firewood. These cargo-laden vessels symbolize resilience and determination as they navigate through turbulent waters to deliver much-needed resources to soldiers on the front lines. The composition's monochromatic palette adds a timeless quality to this historical scene while emphasizing its documentary nature. Poole's meticulous attention to detail allows us to appreciate every element within the frame - from each individual barrel stacked neatly on deck to smoke billowing out of their chimneys. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph held in The Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, we are transported back in time. We can almost hear the sounds of steamboats churning through water and feel a sense of anticipation that surrounded these supply missions. Rodney Poole's work serves as an invaluable record not only capturing a specific location but also preserving an important chapter in our nation's heritage. This image stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness amidst challenging circumstances – reminding us how crucial supplies were during times of conflict like never before seen or experienced again.
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