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CIVIL WAR: COUPLE, c1863. Portrait of a Union Army soldier and a woman whose face
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CIVIL WAR: COUPLE, c1863. Portrait of a Union Army soldier and a woman whose face
CIVIL WAR: COUPLE, c1863.
Portrait of a Union Army soldier and a woman whose face has been scratched out. Tintype, c1863
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Media ID 13638928
1863 Affection Couple Forage Cap Frame Tintype Union Union Army United States Unidentified
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CIVIL WAR: COUPLE, c1863. A haunting portrait captured on a tintype, this image showcases the love and sacrifice that defined the American Civil War era. The photograph features a Union Army soldier standing proudly beside an unidentified woman whose face has been scratched out, leaving only her silhouette behind. In their eyes, one can glimpse the affection and resilience that sustained them during these turbulent times. The soldier's uniform and forage cap serve as reminders of his dedication to preserving the unity of our nation. His stoic expression reveals both determination and vulnerability - qualities shared by countless soldiers who fought bravely on both sides of this devastating conflict. The scratched-out face of the woman adds an air of mystery to this poignant scene. Was she his wife or sweetheart? Perhaps she was a sister or mother bidding him farewell before he went off to battle. Whatever her role in his life may have been, her absence speaks volumes about the toll war took on families torn apart by duty and circumstance. This print from Granger Art on Demand transports us back in time, allowing us to reflect upon the sacrifices made by those who lived through this tumultuous period in American history. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, love endures.
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