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Chesterfield Bridge
Union soldiers guard Chesterfield Bridge over the North Anna River in Virginia, two days after capturing it from Confederate forces, during the American Civil War, 25th May 1864. From Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the Civil War, by Alexander Gardner. (Photo by Timothy H. O Sullivan/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Timothy H. O'Sullivan
Media ID 11800140
© 2004 Getty Images
15561 America American Army Bridge Civil Conflict Guarding Infrastructure North Transport Union Diry Format
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the historical charm of the past with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Chesterfield Bridge" by Timothy H. O'Sullivan from Fine Art Storehouse. This captivating image transports you back in time, showcasing Union soldiers guarding the Chesterfield Bridge over the North Anna River in Virginia, two days after their victory in capturing it from Confederate forces during the American Civil War on May 25, 1864. Add this stunning piece of history to your home or office decor and let the story of the Civil War unfold before your eyes.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.6cm x 42cm (20.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Chesterfield Bridge - A Testament of Union Strength and Triumph
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. This photograph captures a significant moment in American history during the turbulent times of the Civil War. Taken by Timothy H. O'Sullivan, it showcases the imposing Chesterfield Bridge over the North Anna River in Virginia on May 25th, 1864. The image portrays a group of stoic Union soldiers standing guard at this strategic transportation infrastructure that they had just wrested from Confederate forces two days prior. Their presence symbolizes not only their commitment to protecting vital supply lines but also their determination to secure victory for the United States. O'Sullivan's composition skillfully emphasizes both the natural beauty of the landscape and the man-made structure that connects two sides divided by conflict. The bridge stands as a testament to human ingenuity amidst chaos, while its reflection in the calm waters below hints at hope for reconciliation and unity. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an important chapter in America's journey towards healing and rebuilding. It serves as a reminder of those who fought bravely on both sides, highlighting how war can shape nations and individuals alike. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through O'Sullivan's lens, let us reflect on our shared past and strive for a future where bridges are built not only across rivers but also between hearts torn apart by strife.
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