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A Field Hospital Scene at Savages Station, June 29th 1862 (b / w photo)
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A Field Hospital Scene at Savages Station, June 29th 1862 (b / w photo)
STC355132 A Field Hospital Scene at Savages Station, June 29th 1862 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Savages Station, Henrico County, Virginia; American Civil War; ); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23377196
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Casualties Infirm Union Injuries Wound Wounded
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This photograph captures a poignant scene from the Battle of Savages Station during the American Civil War. Taken on June 29th, 1862, by renowned photographer Mathew Brady and his studio, this image showcases a field hospital teeming with wounded soldiers. The photo offers a glimpse into the grim reality faced by both Union troops and Confederate forces during this tumultuous period in history. The injured soldiers lie scattered across the makeshift medical facility, their pain evident in their expressions. Medical personnel can be seen attending to them diligently, providing much-needed care amidst chaos. The Battle of Savages Station was fought in Henrico County, Virginia, as part of General George McClellan's Peninsula Campaign. It resulted in heavy casualties for both sides involved. This photograph serves as a haunting reminder of the human cost of war and highlights the crucial role played by medical professionals in saving lives amid such devastation. Preserved within a private collection known as The Stapleton Collection, this historical artifact holds immense value for its documentation of an important moment in American history. As we reflect upon this image today, it reminds us to honor those who have sacrificed so much for our nation's freedom while also acknowledging the advancements made in medicine that continue to save lives on and off the battlefield.
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