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American Civil War: Captain J. M. Knaps Pennsylvania Independent Battery E Light Artillery Approaching The Battlefield At Antietam
American Civil War: Captain J. M. Knaps Pennsylvania Independent Battery E Light Artillery Approaching The Battlefield At Antietam, Maryland After The Battle In September 1862. A Dead Horse Lay In The Foreground. Photo, Albumen Print, By Alexander Gardner, 1821 1882, Scottish Photographer Who Emigrated To The United States In 1856. From Gardner Photographic Art Gallery, Seventh Street, Washington
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1821 1856 1862 1882 Albumen Alexander American Civil War Antietam Approaching Artillery Battery Battle Battlefield Captain Dead Emigrated Foreground Gallery Gardner Horse Independent Light Maryland Pennsylvania Photo Photographer Photographic Scottish September Seventh Street Vintage Photography Washington
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Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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American Civil War - Captain J. M. Knaps Pennsylvania Independent Battery E Light Artillery Approaching The Battlefield At Antietam
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this vintage photograph, we are transported back to the heart of the American Civil War in September 1862. Scottish photographer Alexander Gardner skillfully captures the intensity and rawness of this historic moment as Captain J. M. Knaps' Pennsylvania Independent Battery E Light Artillery approaches the battlefield at Antietam, Maryland. The image is a testament to Gardner's artistic prowess, showcasing his mastery of albumen print photography - a popular technique during the 19th century. The sepia tones and intricate details evoke a sense of nostalgia, transporting us to an era long gone. As our eyes wander through the frame, we cannot help but notice a poignant detail in the foreground - a fallen horse lies lifeless on the ground. This haunting symbol serves as a reminder of both sacrifice and loss amidst the chaos of war. Gardner's work holds immense historical significance, documenting pivotal moments that shaped America's past. His emigration from Scotland to the United States in 1856 allowed him to capture these crucial chapters in American history with great authenticity and empathy. This remarkable print from Gardner Photographic Art Gallery on Seventh Street in Washington invites us into an immersive journey through time – allowing us to witness firsthand one small fragment of an epic battle that forever altered our nation's destiny.
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