Images
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.
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Published: 12/20/19
The March to the Sea
Explore the historic March to the Sea during the American Civil War through images. Follow General Sherman's path as he outmaneuvered Confederate forces and secured Savannah.
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: 11/22/19
The Dogs of Andersonville
Learn about "Spot," one of the dogs used to guard Union prisoners of war at Andersonville.
Published: 10/21/19
Grant’s War Horse: Cincinnati
Discover the story of U.S. Grant's favorite war horse, Cincinnati. Learn about their bond and Cincinnati's role during the Civil War.
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Published: 10/7/19
The Overland Campaign
Explore the intense and bloody Overland Campaign during the Civil War. Follow the footsteps of Grant and Lee through stunning historical images.
Published: 10/4/19
Which Way Did They Go?
Julian Scott’s 1872 painting “Sold” helps tell the story of the use of "Quaker guns" during the American Civil War.
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.
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Published: 6/29/19
The Seven Days Battles
Learn about the historic Seven Days Battles of the Civil War that took place near Richmond through images.
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Published: 5/23/19
The American Civil War Museum: A Photo Tour
Experience the grand opening of Richmond's American Civil War Museum through a captivating photographic tour of its offerings.
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Published: 2/19/19
Feeding the Troops
Explore images illustrating the essential importance of food to Union and Confederate soldiers.
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Published: 10/19/18
Currier and Ives on Lincoln
Explore prints of Abraham Lincoln made by Currier and Ives during the American Civil War.
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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.
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Published: 12/15/17
Winter is Coming
Explore captivating Civil War scenes that depict the harsh winter conditions Union and Confederate soldiers endured.
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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.
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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.
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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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