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Removing Dead from Battlefield, Maryes Heights, May 2, 1864, 1864
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Removing Dead from Battlefield, Maryes Heights, May 2, 1864, 1864
Removing Dead from Battlefield, Maryes Heights, May 2, 1864, 1864. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady
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Removing the Fallen Heroes from Maryes Heights, May 2,1864
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a solemn moment in American history during the Civil War. Taken by renowned photographer Andrew Joseph Russell, this image depicts the aftermath of a fierce battle at Maryes Heights on May 2,1864. In the foreground, we see a group of men from the 57th New York Volunteer Infantry carefully removing fallen soldiers from the battlefield. The brave volunteers are seen loading bodies onto horse-drawn ambulances with great care and respect. These wagons served as makeshift hearses that carried away those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The scene is filled with somberness as these dedicated individuals carry out their duty amidst destruction and loss. The horses stand patiently nearby, bearing witness to the horrors of war. Russell's composition skillfully captures both the human element and military precision required in such grim circumstances. His use of albumen silver print adds depth to this historical document while preserving its authenticity. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of our nation's past struggles and sacrifices endured during one of its darkest periods. It stands as a testament to those who fought bravely for their beliefs and honors their memory forever etched into history's pages.
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