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American Civil War: Laid Out For Burial At Antietam
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American Civil War: Laid Out For Burial At Antietam
American Civil War: Laid Out For Burial At Antietam, Md. Bodies Of Confederate Dead Gathered For Burial. 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 1882 Albumen Alexander American Civil War Antietam Bodies Burial Confederate Dead Emigrated Gallery Gardner Gathered Laid Photo Photographer Photographic Scottish Seventh Street Vintage Photography Washington
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This haunting print captures a somber scene from the American Civil War, specifically the aftermath of the Battle of Antietam. Laid out for burial at Antietam, Maryland, are the bodies of Confederate soldiers who lost their lives in this brutal conflict. The image was captured by Alexander Gardner, a Scottish photographer known for his significant contributions to 19th-century photography. Gardner emigrated to the United States in 1856 and became renowned for his skillful use of albumen prints. This particular photograph is an example of his mastery in capturing historical moments with great detail and emotion. Displayed at Gardner's Photographic Art Gallery on Seventh Street in Washington, D. C. , it serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating toll that war takes on human lives. The vintage aesthetic adds an additional layer of depth to this already powerful image. It transports us back to a time when America was torn apart by internal strife and reminds us not only of our history but also how far we have come as a nation. As we reflect upon this piece, let us remember those who sacrificed their lives during this tumultuous period in American history. May their memory serve as a constant reminder that peace should always be pursued over conflict and that unity can triumph even amidst division.
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