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ELIZABETH VAN LEW (1818-1900). American spy for the Union during the Civil War. The Van Lew house at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, 1866
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ELIZABETH VAN LEW (1818-1900). American spy for the Union during the Civil War. The Van Lew house at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, 1866
ELIZABETH VAN LEW (1818-1900).
American spy for the Union during the Civil War. The Van Lew house at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, 1866
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ELIZABETH VAN LEW - A Spy for the Union during the Civil War
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This wood engraving from 1866 depicts the Van Lew house in Richmond, Virginia, a significant location in American history. The image showcases an elegant and imposing building that served as the secret headquarters of Elizabeth Van Lew, a courageous woman who played a pivotal role as a spy for the Union during the Civil War. Elizabeth Van Lew was not your typical Southern belle of her time. With unwavering loyalty to preserving the United States and abolishing slavery, she risked everything to gather intelligence on Confederate activities. Her home became a hub of clandestine operations, where she coordinated with other spies and passed crucial information to Union forces. The engraving beautifully captures both the grandeur and secrecy surrounding this remarkable woman's life. Set against a backdrop of lush greenery characteristic of South Eastern America in the 19th century, it highlights how inconspicuous yet powerful her actions were within such turbulent times. Today, Elizabeth Van Lew is celebrated as one of America's unsung heroes—a symbol of bravery and determination. This print serves as a reminder of her invaluable contributions to our nation's history and honors all those who fought tirelessly behind enemy lines during one of its darkest chapters—the Civil War.
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