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CIVIL WAR: RECRUITNG, 1861. Civil War recruiting poster, 1861, appealing to recent immigrants to U. S
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CIVIL WAR: RECRUITNG, 1861. Civil War recruiting poster, 1861, appealing to recent immigrants to U. S
CIVIL WAR: RECRUITNG, 1861.
Civil War recruiting poster, 1861, appealing to recent immigrants to U.S
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Media ID 7599057
Flag Handbill Immigrant Old Glory Patriotic Recruiting Union Union Army Yankee
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Join the Union Army and Embrace Your New Home - A Call to Immigrants in America, 1861
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. This black-and-white print transports us back to a significant moment in American history - the Civil War era. The image showcases a recruiting poster from 1861, skillfully designed to appeal specifically to recent immigrants who had found their way to the United States. The poster's composition is strikingly patriotic, featuring an imposing Union flag as its centerpiece - Old Glory proudly waving against a backdrop of stars and stripes. Its purpose was clear: it aimed to inspire these newly arrived individuals with a sense of duty towards their adopted country. The text on the handbill emphasizes unity and loyalty, urging immigrants from various backgrounds - including Italian Americans - to join the ranks of the Union Army. It speaks directly to those who sought better lives in America, reminding them that by enlisting they could actively contribute towards preserving their newfound freedoms. In this powerful visual representation, we witness how art became instrumental in shaping public opinion during times of conflict. By highlighting the role played by immigrants within society and encouraging them to fight for their new home, this recruiting poster serves as both an artifact of historical significance and a testament to inclusivity within American identity. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece from Granger Art on Demand's collection, we are reminded of our shared heritage and how diversity has always been at the heart of what makes America truly great.
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