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CIVIL WAR: CENTREVILLE, 1862. Confederate fort, equipped with Quaker Guns, or false
CIVIL WAR: CENTREVILLE, 1862.
Confederate fort, equipped with Quaker Guns, or false guns made from logs, on the heights at Centreville, Virginia. Photograph by George N. Barnard, March 1862
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Media ID 12235707
1862 Barnard Cannon Centreville Confederate Decoy Fake Fence Fort George March Southeastern Virginia
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Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs featuring the iconic image of "CIVIL WAR: CENTREVILLE, 1862." Witness the intrigue of the American Civil War with this captivating photograph of a Confederate fort, equipped with Quaker Guns, or false guns made from logs, on the heights at Centreville, Virginia. Taken by renowned photographer George N. Barnard in March 1862, this image is part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand. Each mug holds your favorite beverage and serves as a unique conversation starter, allowing you to relive history with every sip. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your daily routine.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the heart of the Civil War in Centreville, Virginia, in 1862. The image showcases a Confederate fort strategically positioned on the heights, equipped with an intriguing feature known as Quaker Guns. These false guns made from logs were cleverly designed to deceive and mislead Union forces. Photographed by George N. Barnard in March 1862, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the ingenuity employed during this tumultuous period in American history. The fort's interior reveals soldiers diligently manning their posts while surrounded by a sturdy wooden fence that adds an extra layer of protection. The composition beautifully captures the mid-march atmosphere - men clad in their military uniforms can be seen scattered throughout the fort, engaged in various activities essential for maintaining defense readiness. Their presence evokes both determination and resilience amidst uncertain times. As we delve into this historical moment frozen in time, it becomes apparent that these decoy cannons played a crucial role in psychological warfare tactics employed by Confederate troops. Positioned at strategic locations along southeastern Virginia, they aimed to intimidate Union forces without expending valuable resources on actual artillery. This remarkable photograph is part of Granger Art on Demand's collection and serves as a testament to the resourcefulness displayed during one of America's most defining conflicts – the Civil War.
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