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SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. General Ulysses S. Grants plan to gain a position at Haines Bluff
SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863.
General Ulysses S. Grants plan to gain a position at Haines Bluff, behind the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi, by cutting a canal traveling down the Tallahatchie River. By the time the boats reached the position, Confederates had already built a fort, and Union boats retreated. Wood engraving, American, 1865
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Media ID 12235596
1863 1865 Bluff Channel Confederate Failure Grant Haines Idea Mississippi Mississippi River Plan Siege Siege Of Vicksburg Traveling Ulysses Union Union Army Vicksburg Experimental Southeast
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience history like never before with our exquisite range of Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. This card features an iconic image from The Granger Collection, showcasing "Siege of Vicksburg, 1863" by Granger, NYC. Witness the strategic plan of General Ulysses S. Grant as he plots to gain a position at Haines Bluff, challenging the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Each card is a beautiful piece of art and history, perfect for sending a thoughtful message to loved ones or colleagues. Bring a touch of history into your everyday communications with our unique and captivating greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Siege of Vicksburg in 1863 during the American Civil War. General Ulysses S. Grant, a brilliant military strategist, devised an ambitious plan to gain a strategic position at Haines Bluff, located behind the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Grant's ingenious idea involved cutting a canal down the Tallahatchie River to transport Union boats and troops to their desired location. However, as depicted in this wood engraving from 1865, by the time the boats reached their destination, they were met with an unexpected obstacle - Confederates had already constructed a fort at Haines Bluff. Despite this setback and experimental failure, Grant's determination remained unshaken. He swiftly retreated his Union forces and recalibrated his strategy for what would become one of the most significant sieges of the war. The image showcases not only Grant's audacious plan but also highlights the challenges faced by both sides during this grueling conflict. It serves as a reminder of how innovation and adaptability played crucial roles in shaping history. Preserved through time by Granger Art on Demand from The Granger Collection, this photograph print offers us an opportunity to reflect on past events that have shaped our nation while honoring those who fought valiantly for their cause during these tumultuous times.
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