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CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS, c1863. Union soldiers playing cards, smoking and drinking
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CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS, c1863. Union soldiers playing cards, smoking and drinking
CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS, c1863.
Union soldiers playing cards, smoking and drinking. Ambrotype, c1863
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Media ID 13635505
1863 Alcohol Ambrotype Drinking Flag Frame Playing Recreation Smoking Union Union Army United States Unidentified
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS, c1863" offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Union soldiers during the American Civil War. The image showcases a group of unidentified soldiers engaged in moments of respite from the harsh realities of war. In this ambrotype portrait captured around 1863, we see these brave men finding solace in camaraderie and leisure activities. They are depicted playing cards, smoking pipes, and enjoying drinks together. Despite the somber backdrop of conflict, their faces exude a sense of unity and determination. The composition is framed with an American flag proudly displayed behind them, symbolizing their unwavering loyalty to the Union Army and their commitment to preserving the United States as one nation. Each soldier's uniform serves as a reminder that they were part of something greater than themselves – fighting for freedom and justice. This photograph not only immortalizes these courageous individuals but also highlights their need for recreation amidst chaos. It humanizes them beyond mere soldiers on duty by capturing intimate moments that reveal their shared humanity. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how these ordinary men found strength through friendship and resilience amid one of America's darkest chapters – the Civil War.
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