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Confederate 32-pounder gun captured outside Yorktown, Virginia, c. July 1862 (b / w photo)
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Confederate 32-pounder gun captured outside Yorktown, Virginia, c. July 1862 (b / w photo)
869214 Confederate 32-pounder gun captured outside Yorktown, Virginia, c. July 1862 (b/w photo) by Barnard, George N. (1819-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: A barbette-mounted Confederate 32-pounder gun, captured in a riverside battery as the Union Army pressed up the Peninsula toward Yorktown in the early summer of 1862; note its munitions and accoutrements. The building in the background is identified as the Nelson Church; this image has been enhanced by combining its original stereographic pair of wet-collodion glass negatives into a single modern photograph, as well as being cleaned and repaired
); Battlefields in Motion, Ltd.; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23502608
© Battlefields in Motion, Ltd. / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a Confederate 32-pounder gun that was captured outside Yorktown, Virginia in July 1862. The Union Army had been steadily advancing up the Peninsula towards Yorktown when they seized this barbette-mounted artillery piece from a riverside battery. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the armaments and accoutrements of the time, with its munitions and equipment clearly visible. In the background of the photograph stands Nelson Church, serving as a poignant reminder of the historical context surrounding this capture. To enhance its visual impact, this image has been meticulously restored by combining two original stereographic wet-collodion glass negatives into one modern photograph. The restoration process also involved cleaning and repairing any damages to ensure its preservation for future generations. The significance of this photo lies not only in its depiction of an important military artifact but also in its representation of the American Civil War era. It offers insights into field fortifications, naval weaponry, and heavy artillery used during that tumultuous period in history. As we explore this remarkable image, we are transported back to a time when cannons like these played pivotal roles on battlefields across America. This print serves as a testament to both human ingenuity in warfare and our ongoing efforts to restore and preserve our shared history.
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