Union soldiers entrenched along the west bank of the Rappaha
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Union soldiers entrenched along the west bank of the Rappaha
Union soldiers entrenched along the west bank of the Rappahannock River at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Date photographed between April 29 and May 2, 1863, printed later
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Bank Entrenched Fredericksburg Virginia Rappahannock
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in the American Civil War's Battle of Fredericksburg, which took place along the banks of the Rappahannock River in Virginia between April 29 and May 2, 1863. The Union Army, under the command of Major General Joseph Hooker, is seen entrenched on the west bank of the river, preparing for battle against the Confederate forces led by General Robert E. Lee. The soldiers in this image are a testament to the harsh realities of war, with their weathered faces, worn uniforms, and the makeshift fortifications they have constructed to protect themselves from enemy fire. The Rappahannock River, once a source of sustenance and transportation, now serves as a formidable barrier between the two opposing forces. The Battle of Fredericksburg was a pivotal moment in the Civil War, with the Union Army suffering heavy losses and ultimately failing to cross the river and capture the Confederate capital of Richmond. The failure of this campaign marked the end of Hooker's tenure as Union commander and led to the appointment of General George G. Meade, who would go on to lead the Union to victory at the Battle of Gettysburg just six months later. This photograph, taken between April 29 and May 2, 1863, provides a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers on both sides during the American Civil War. The image has been printed later and is now available as a historical record of this significant moment in American history.
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