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Metal Print : CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

Name: Metal Print of CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns
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SKU: 7597231
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CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

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CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS. Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

CIVIL WAR: QUAKER GUNS.
Logs fashioned into decoy artillery, or so-called Quaker Guns, a successful ruse set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Photographed by George Barnard and James Gibson, March 1862

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Media ID 7597231

1862 Barnard Cannon Confederate Decoy Fort Gibson Quaker South East Trick

15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print

Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of Civil War: Quaker Guns. This intriguing image, captured by George Barnard and James Gibson in March 1862, depicts the clever deception set up by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. Logs transformed into decoy artillery, or Quaker Guns, fooled Union troops into believing a larger Confederate army was present. Add this historic print to your collection and bring the stories of the Civil War into your home or office. Made from high-quality metal, this print is not only visually stunning but also durable and long-lasting. Order now and relive the past with this unique and captivating piece.

Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a remarkable moment from the Civil War: the ingenious use of Quaker Guns by Confederate forces at Centreville, Virginia. In an attempt to deceive Union troops, logs were skillfully fashioned into decoy artillery, creating a convincing illusion of formidable cannons. The success of this ruse is evident in the photograph taken by George Barnard and James Gibson in March 1862. The image showcases the cleverness and resourcefulness employed during this tumultuous period in American history. These fake guns were strategically placed within forts and other defensive positions, fooling enemy soldiers into believing that they faced a heavily armed opposition. This tactic allowed Confederate forces to maintain their advantage while conserving valuable resources. The composition of the photograph highlights both the trickery involved and the external appearance of these Quaker Guns. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity displayed by those on both sides of the conflict during this time. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to an era where warfare required not only physical strength but also cunning strategies. This historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into one aspect of life during the Civil War – showcasing how even simple materials like logs could be transformed into powerful tools for deception on battlefields across America's mid-south and southeast regions.

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