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Antietam Bridge, On the Sharpsburg and Boonsboro Turnpike, No. 2, September 1862, 1862

Antietam Bridge, On the Sharpsburg and Boonsboro Turnpike, No. 2, September 1862, 1862


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Antietam Bridge, On the Sharpsburg and Boonsboro Turnpike, No. 2, September 1862, 1862

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Alexander Alexander Gardner American Civil War Antietam Battle Of Antietam Footbridge Gardner Gardner Alexander Maryland Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print Antietam Creek Burnsides Bridge Sharpsburg


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This photo print, titled "Antietam Bridge, On the Sharpsburg and Boonsboro Turnpike, No. 2, September 1862" takes us back to a significant moment in American history - the Battle of Antietam during the American Civil War. The image captures a sense of tranquility amidst the remnants of war. The photograph showcases Burnsides Bridge over Antietam Creek in Maryland, United States. It stands as a testament to both human engineering and destruction. Alexander Gardner's skilled composition emphasizes the bridge's architectural beauty against the backdrop of a serene landscape. As we gaze upon this nineteenth-century albumen silver print from glass negative at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are transported to another time. We can almost hear echoes of soldiers' footsteps on this footbridge that once witnessed intense conflict between Union and Confederate forces. Gardner's photography not only documents historical events but also serves as an important reminder of our nation's past struggles for unity and freedom. This image encapsulates both the physical structure that connects people and places and symbolizes resilience amid turmoil. With its monochromatic palette, this photograph evokes emotions ranging from nostalgia to contemplation about how far our country has come since those turbulent times. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our heritage while appreciating artistry captured by one of America's pioneering photographers.

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