Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convent
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Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convent
Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convention. Picture showing Confederate and Yankee shaking hands over grave. Tombstone reads: In Memory of the Union-Heroes who fell in a use-less war. Columbia is kneeling at the grave. Date 1864. From Harpers Weekly
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Chicago Compromise Convention Dedicated
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This poignant image, titled "Compromise with the South - Dedicated to the Chicago Convention," was published in Harper's Weekly in 1864. The photograph captures a poignant moment of reconciliation between a Confederate soldier and a Union soldier, their hands extended in a handshake over the grave of fallen comrades. The grave is marked with a tombstone inscribed, "In Memory of the Union-Heroes who fell in a use-less war." The symbolic gesture of unity takes place amidst the backdrop of the ongoing American Civil War, which had been raging since 1861. The significance of this image lies in its dedication to the Chicago Convention, a gathering of Union leaders that took place in Chicago, Illinois, in 1864. The convention aimed to unite the North and bring an end to the war. The image serves as a visual representation of the spirit of compromise and reconciliation that was sought during this pivotal moment in American history. The figure of Columbia, the personification of the United States, is depicted kneeling at the grave, symbolizing the nation's collective grief and hope for peace. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of finding common ground to bring about unity and healing. Despite the grim reality of the war, this image offers a glimmer of hope, highlighting the potential for reconciliation and unity in the face of adversity. The image remains a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Civil War and the enduring power of compassion and understanding in the pursuit of peace.
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