Columbia mourns her loss
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Columbia mourns her loss
Columbia mourns her loss. Date c1881 Oct. 3
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Columbia Mourns Her Loss: A poignant and poignant image from the past, this photograph captures the somber mood of the nation as it mourns the assassination of President James A. Garfield on September 19, 1881. The image, titled "Columbia Mourns Her Loss," was taken on October 3, 1881, and depicts a solemn Columbia, personified as a woman, holding an olive branch and weeping over the coffin of the slain president. Garfield's assassination came as a shock to the country, and the public was deeply saddened by the loss of their beloved leader. The image of Columbia mourning became a powerful symbol of the collective grief and sorrow felt by the nation. The olive branch she holds represents the hope for peace and unity in the face of tragedy. The photograph was taken during a time when photography was still a relatively new medium, and the image's emotional impact was heightened by the fact that it was one of the first visual records of the mourning procession. The image was likely taken in Washington D.C., where Garfield's funeral procession passed through the streets, drawing large crowds of mourners. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a dark moment in American history and the resilience of the American people in the face of adversity. It is a testament to the power of symbolism and the enduring impact of photography as a means of recording history and capturing the human experience.
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