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Bummers, 1876 (etching)
497608 Bummers, 1876 (etching) by Forbes, Edwin Austin (1839-95); 47.9x60.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Created by Forbes, a member of the French Etching Club, while he travelled with the Union Army from 1862-1865.
Marked " Plate 39." A group of cavalrymen huddles on a road, watching a body of men who have just appeared at the turn in a road. One says, " They re Johnnies, boys, as sure as you re born." ); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22918028
© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War Camaraderie Cavalrymen Civil War Comrades Eye Witness Eyewitness Federal Mounted Printmaking Roadside Union Union Army Unionist Wooded Woods
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The print titled "Bummers, 1876" captures a poignant moment during the American Civil War. Created by Edwin Austin Forbes, a member of the French Etching Club and an eyewitness to the war, this etching depicts a group of cavalrymen huddled together on a road. Their eyes fixed on a body of men emerging at the turn in the road, one soldier exclaims, "They're Johnnies, boys, as sure as you're born". This artwork showcases not only the camaraderie among Union Army soldiers but also their constant vigilance in enemy territory. The mounted cavalrymen stand united and ready for any threat that may arise. The dense forest surrounding them adds an air of mystery and tension to the scene. Forbes' attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of both human figures and horses alike. The horses are beautifully rendered with lifelike precision, highlighting their importance as trusted companions on horseback. "Bummers" serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men who fought for their beliefs during one of America's darkest periods. This print is part of the Gilder Lehrman Collection in New York City and offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon history through art.
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