Battle of Resaca--May 13 to 16, 1864
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Battle of Resaca--May 13 to 16, 1864
Battle of Resaca--May 13 to 16, 1864... Date c1889
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This evocative print captures the aftermath of the Battle of Resaca, a pivotal engagement during General William T. Sherman's Atlanta Campaign in the American Civil War. The battle, fought between May 13 and 16, 1864, saw the Union Army under Sherman clash with Confederate forces led by General Joseph E. Johnston near the town of Resaca, Georgia. The image portrays the desolate landscape of the battlefield, dotted with the remnants of war: fallen trees, torn tents, and discarded military equipment. In the foreground, a lone horseman, possibly a Union soldier, rides through the scene, adding a sense of melancholy and solitude to the image. The smoke-filled sky in the background serves as a haunting reminder of the intense fighting that had taken place just hours before. The Battle of Resaca was a significant victory for the Union forces, as it allowed Sherman to continue his march towards Atlanta and ultimately play a key role in the eventual Union victory in the war. The battle resulted in over 11,000 casualties between both sides, making it one of the bloodiest engagements of the Atlanta Campaign. This print, created around 1889, offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to reflect on the sacrifices made during the Civil War and the impact of this pivotal battle on the course of the war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the enduring power of history to evoke emotion and reflection.
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