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Quaker Guns, Centreville, Virginia, March 1862. Creators: Barnard & Gibson, George N
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Quaker Guns, Centreville, Virginia, March 1862. Creators: Barnard & Gibson, George N
Quaker Guns, Centreville, Virginia, March 1862. [Scene from the American Civil War, dummy guns made of wood - deception tactic]. Albumen print, pl. 6 from the album " Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, vol. 1" (1866)
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Quaker Guns - A Deceptive Defense Tactic in the American Civil War
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. This black and white albumen print, titled "Quaker Guns, Centreville, Virginia, March 1862" takes us back to a crucial moment in American history. Captured by photographers Barnard & Gibson, this image is part of Alexander Gardner's renowned photographic sketchbook documenting the war. The scene depicts a clever deception tactic employed by Union forces during the Civil War. The wooden dummy guns known as "Quaker Guns" were strategically placed along earthworks and fences to create an illusion of formidable defense. This ingenious ploy aimed to deter Confederate troops from attacking Centreville, Virginia. The photograph showcases the intricate details of these dummy guns made entirely out of wood. Logs are skillfully arranged to mimic cannons while wicker baskets imitate artillery wheels. The meticulous craftsmanship adds authenticity to their appearance from afar. Through this image, we witness not only the artistry behind these deceptive structures but also gain insight into the resourcefulness and ingenuity displayed by both sides during wartime. As we delve into this 19th-century snapshot captured by George N. Barnard and James F. Gibson, it serves as a reminder that warfare often demands unconventional strategies where perception can be just as powerful as reality itself.
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