Images
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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: 7/18/21
The 54th Massachusetts at Fort Wagner
Discover the story of the 54th Massachusetts at Fort Wagner, a pivotal moment in the acceptance of black troops during the Civil War.
Published: 6/1/21
The Advance of the 50
Reflections on the service of First Lieutenant Alfred B. Seavey 15th New Hampshire Infantry, during the Vicksburg Campaign.
Published: 6/1/21
Antietam’s Immortals
A photo shows the procession along Main Street in Sharpsburg, Maryland, preceding the dedication of Antietam National Cemetery.
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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: 3/7/21
Saved by the Good Book
Little could Union soldier Walter Jones have imagined that the Bible meant to save his soul would twice save his flesh from potentially grievous injury.
Published: 3/7/21
The More Things Change…
A look at an early Civil War photograph of the U.S. Capitol under construction.
Published: 3/7/21
Fake News, 1864
Read about a hoax that landed a newspaper editor in prison after spreading a forged proclamation from Abraham Lincoln to other papers.
Published: 12/1/20
Rallying for Lincoln
A groups of young girls display their patriotism in a photo made during the Civil War.
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Published: 12/1/20
An Artist in the Ranks
An in-depth look at the Civil War Illustrations of Adolph Metzner, who served in the 32nd Indiana Infantry during the conflict.
Published: 12/1/20
“Commodore Dead”
Learn about the Commodore locomotive, which derailed in April 1864 on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad near Brandy Station, Virginia.
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Published: 10/16/20
John Brown’s Raid
Discover the story of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry and its role in the fight against slavery. Explore images that relay the historical significance of this pivotal moment.
Published: 9/1/20
Civil War Sutlers’ Mall
Union soldiers might have enjoyed some of the comforts of home at this sutler store in Virginia.
Published: 9/1/20
Willie Johnston: A Pint-Sized Hero
Read the story of Willie Johnston, the youngest American soldier to be awarded the Medal of Honor at 13 years old.
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Published: 8/7/20
Road Trip: Petersburg to Appomattox
Embark on a historical road trip from Petersburg to Appomattox and experience the ultimate Civil War day trip in Central Virginia.
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.
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Published: 7/16/20
U.S. Army Surgical Kit
Learn about the surgical conditions faced by U.S. Army surgeons during the Civil War. Find out how advancements in surgical instruments improved medical practices.