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New Ironsides versus Fort Wagner, September 1863 (b / w photo)
867764 New Ironsides versus Fort Wagner, September 1863 (b/w photo) by Hs and Peale (fl.1839-57); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the earliest-known A" live actionA" shots taken in wartime, showing gun-smoke curling up from the Union ironclad New Ironsides, as it shelled the Confederate defenders within Fort Wagner on Morris Island, South Carolina, one morning in early September 1863. This image is also available through BAL as a high-resolution Video entitled A" USS New Ironsides vs Fort Wagner, Morris Is SC, 1863A", Footage ID number: BIM 693181); Battlefields in Motion, Ltd.; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22458392
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This print captures a historic moment during the American Civil War. Taken in September 1863, it shows the intense battle between the Union ironclad ship, New Ironsides, and Confederate defenders within Fort Wagner on Morris Island, South Carolina. The image is one of the earliest-known "live action" shots taken in wartime. In this scene, gun-smoke curls up from the mighty New Ironsides as it relentlessly shells its targets. The sandy shoreline serves as a backdrop to this fierce confrontation, with tents and onlookers scattered along the beach. The powerful presence of war is evident through the damaged structures and debris surrounding Fort Wagner. The photo also provides insight into historical restoration efforts. It showcases a restored version of an original glass negative that was meticulously repaired and enhanced through photographic restoration techniques. This attention to detail allows viewers to witness this significant moment in history with remarkable clarity. As we observe this image today, we are transported back to a time when America was divided by conflict but united in its pursuit for victory. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by both sides during one of our nation's most challenging periods.
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