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CIVIL WAR: UNION FORT. Detachment of Company K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer
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CIVIL WAR: UNION FORT. Detachment of Company K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer
CIVIL WAR: UNION FORT.
Detachment of Company K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Heavy Artillery, manning the guns at Fort Stevens, Washington, D.C. shortly after the American Civil War. Photographed by William Morris Smith, August 1865
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Media ID 12234932
1865 Artilleryman August Battlement Cannon Company Dirt Footpath Fort Grass Ground Grounds Massachusetts Morris Mound Officer Ramrod Regiment Smith Stevens Union Army Volunteer Washington William Detachment
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This print captures a detachment of Company K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Heavy Artillery, manning the guns at Fort Stevens in Washington, D. C. , shortly after the American Civil War. Taken by William Morris Smith in August 1865, this image transports us back to a significant moment in history. The photograph showcases a group of brave artillerymen standing tall on the fort's battlement. The men are dressed in their Union Army uniforms and exude strength and determination as they prepare for duty. With cannons positioned behind them, these soldiers were ready to defend their nation against any threat that may have loomed over Washington. The setting is characterized by its ruggedness; dirt covers the ground while grass peeks through here and there. A footpath winds its way through the fort's grounds, leading our eyes towards the troops stationed there. In the background stands Fort Stevens itself—a formidable mound of earth serving as both protection and vantage point. This image not only commemorates those who fought valiantly during one of America's darkest periods but also serves as a testament to unity and resilience. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by countless individuals who dedicated themselves to preserving our nation's values. Granger Art on Demand presents this historic photograph from their collection with great pride—allowing viewers to connect with an important chapter in American history and pay tribute to those who served selflessly during this tumultuous time.
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