Fine Art Print : Yorktown, Va. vicinity. 13-in. seacoast mortars of Federal
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Yorktown, Va. vicinity. 13-in. seacoast mortars of Federal
Yorktown, Va. vicinity. 13-in. seacoast mortars of Federal Battery No. 4 with officers of 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery. Photograph from the main eastern theater of war, the Peninsular Campaign, May-August 1862. Date 1862 May
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Artillery Battery Connecticut Federal Heavy Mortars Vicinity Yorktown Sea Coast
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the breathtaking Yorktown, Va. vicinity. This captivating image showcases the historic 13-inch seacoast mortars of Federal Battery No. 4, with officers of the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed print brings the rich history of the American Revolution to life in your home or office. Experience the beauty and intrigue of this significant moment in history with our high-quality Fine Art Print.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42.3cm x 17.7cm (16.7" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene at Federal Battery No. 4 in the Yorktown, Virginia vicinity during the American Civil War's Peninsular Campaign in May 1862. The 13-inch seacoast mortars, a formidable weapon in the Union's arsenal, dominate the foreground of the image. These heavy artillery pieces were essential in the defense of the Union position against the Confederate forces under General Joseph E. Johnston. The officers of the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery, dressed in their blue uniforms and adorned with their distinctive headgear, are seen in the background, carefully observing the mortars' preparation for firing. The men's focused expressions and attentive body language convey their importance in the success of the Union's defensive strategy. The Peninsular Campaign, which took place between May and August 1862, was a significant turning point in the war. The Union Army, led by General George B. McClellan, aimed to capture the Confederate capital at Richmond, Virginia, by advancing up the Virginia Peninsula. The battle of Yorktown, fought from April 5 to April 23, 1862, was the first major victory for the Union forces in the campaign. This photograph offers a glimpse into the intense and strategic nature of the Peninsular Campaign, providing a poignant reminder of the pivotal role that artillery played in the American Civil War. The 13-inch seacoast mortars at Federal Battery No. 4, manned by the brave officers and men of the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery, were instrumental in securing the Union's victory at Yorktown and advancing the Union cause.
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