Illustrations
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Published: 7/21/22
First Bull Run
Explore the Battle of First Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War, through images.
9
Published: 1/14/22
The Emancipation Proclamation
Discover the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation in the fight for freedom during the Civil War, as told through historical artwork.
16
Published: 10/15/21
The Mountain Campaigns in Georgia
Discover the captivating illustrations of The Mountain Campaigns in Georgia, which tell the story of the battles fought along the Western & Atlantic Railroad during the Civil War.
Published: 9/24/21
Mr. Gridley and His Sack of Flour
The story of R.C. Gridley, of Austin, Nevada, who made—and lost—an interesting wager on a local election in 1865.
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Published: 3/17/21
St. Patrick’s Day, 1863
Experience the lively St. Patrick's Day celebrations held in the camp of the Irish Brigade in 1863 through Edwin Forbes' sketches of the event.
Published: 7/25/20
An Infernal Machine
Read an article from Harper's Weekly about the discover of an "infernal machine," or mine, used against Union ships in the Potomac River.
Published: 4/3/20
The “Hero” of Castle Thunder
Learn about the Russian bloodhound used to guard Union prisoners at the prison at Castle Thunder in Richmond.
Published: 3/6/20
The Fashion Trends of 1864
View examples of men's fashions in 1864 as published in an illustration from Harper's Weekly.
Published: 12/19/19
The Drummer Boy of Our Regiment
An 1863 illustration from Harper's Weekly highlights a variety of scenes associated with the service of a Union drummer boy.
Published: 9/27/19
A Hair-Raising Incident at Shiloh
Read the amusing tale of a Confederate officer who lost his "hair" during the Battle of Shiloh.
9
Published: 10/19/18
Currier and Ives on Lincoln
Explore prints of Abraham Lincoln made by Currier and Ives during the American Civil War.
10
Published: 5/2/18
Chancellorsville
Explore the Battle of Chancellorsville through images. Learn about General Hooker's ambitious plans to outwit General Lee and achieve victory.
14
Published: 7/3/17
Gettysburg in Art
Numerous artists have produced renditions of the Battle of Gettysburg, some of them created within days of the fighting, others years afterward. We've assembled a variety of these portrayals.
9
Published: 3/7/17
Battle of the Ironclads
Experience the historic Battle of the Ironclads: witness the clash between CSS Virginia and USS Monitor in 1862, a pivotal moment in naval warfare.
8
Published: 6/10/16
Sketches of War
Explore the captivating illustrations of the American Civil War by master artist F.O.C. Darley.
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Published: 6/17/15
Civil War Quarters
Discover the diverse tents and shelters used during the Civil War. From Sibley tents to improvised structures, explore the different ways soldiers set up camp.
Published: 6/18/12
The Cumberland
Good morning! Today we bring you an 1862 poem by Herman Melville entitled, “The Cumberland.” Written in March of 1862, Melville lyrivally referenced the fateful sinking of the USS Cumberland...
Published: 6/11/12
Elegy for the Native Guards
In honor of Natasha Trethewey being named the next poet laureate, we thought we would share with you one of her Civil War inspired poems. Now that the salt of...