Johnson's Mill, Petersburg, VA. 1865. Creator: Tim O'Sullivan

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Johnson's Mill, Petersburg, VA. 1865. Creator: Tim O'Sullivan

Johnson's Mill, Petersburg, VA. 1865

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1860s Looking At Mill Mill House Osullivan T H Osullivan Tim Osullivan Timothy Osullivan Timothy H Petersburg Virginia Usa T H Osullivan Tim Osullivan Timothy H Osullivan Timothy Osullivan Water Level

EDITORS COMMENTS
is an evocative and historically significant black and white albumen print by Timothy H. O'Sullivan, capturing a moment in time during the American Civil War. The image showcases a scene of Petersburg, Virginia, with Johnson's Mill standing proudly in the foreground, its white mill house and surrounding structures contrasting starkly against the dark, turbulent waters of the river. The mill, located on the Appomattox River, was a vital economic and strategic asset during the war. The mill complex, consisting of several buildings, was used for grinding grain and producing flour, making it a valuable target for both Union and Confederate forces. The mill's continued operation was crucial for the sustenance of the Confederate army, as well as the local population. In this photograph, we see men, possibly mill workers or soldiers, gathered near the water's edge, looking intently at the mill. The water level appears to be high, suggesting recent heavy rains or flooding, which could have affected the mill's operations. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life and struggles of those living and working in the area during this tumultuous period in American history. Timothy H. O'Sullivan, a renowned American photographer, captured this image as part of his extensive documentation of the Civil War for the United States Geological Survey and the Corps of Topographical Engineers. The photograph is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), a testament to its historical importance and enduring value as a visual record of the past.

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