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John Sedgwick, Union Army general, 1862-1867. Artist: J Rogers
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John Sedgwick, Union Army general, 1862-1867. Artist: J Rogers
John Sedgwick, Union Army general, 1862-1867. The commander of the VI Corps of the Army of the Potomac, Sedgwick (1813-1864) was killed by a sniper at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House in Virginia on 9 May 1864. He was the highest ranking Union general to be killed in action during the Civil War. An engraving from volume III of The War with the South : a History of the Late Rebellion, by Robert Tomes, Benjamin G Smith, New York, Virtue & Yorston, 3 Volumes, 1862-1867
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This print captures the stoic presence of John Sedgwick, a distinguished Union Army general who served from 1862 to 1867. As the commander of the VI Corps of the Army of the Potomac, Sedgwick played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the American Civil War. Tragically, this brave leader met his untimely demise at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House in Virginia on May 9th, 1864. A sniper's bullet abruptly ended Sedgwick's life, making him the highest-ranking Union general to be killed in action during this brutal conflict. The artist J Rogers skillfully engraved this portrait from volume III of "The War with The South: A History of The Late Rebellion" capturing not only Sedgwick's military uniform but also his resolute gaze that reflects his unwavering dedication to his country. This striking image transports us back to a pivotal moment in history when men like Sedgwick fought valiantly for their beliefs. As we contemplate this somber yet powerful photograph, we are reminded not only of John Sedgwick's sacrifice but also those countless soldiers who gave their lives for freedom during one of America's darkest periods. Let us honor their memory and never forget their courage as we continue striving towards unity and peace within our great nation.
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