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Headquarters of Sanitary Commission, Brandy Station, Virginia, 1863 (b / w photo)
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Headquarters of Sanitary Commission, Brandy Station, Virginia, 1863 (b / w photo)
BAL68116 Headquarters of Sanitary Commission, Brandy Station, Virginia, 1863 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 12922616
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Civil War Clapboard Outpost Teepee Tepee Tipi Wagon
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This photograph transports us back to the year 1863, capturing the Headquarters of Sanitary Commission in Brandy Station, Virginia. The image, taken by an anonymous American photographer from the 19th century, showcases a moment frozen in time. The landscape is vast and sprawling, with a pony line stretching across the foreground. In the distance, we see an outpost surrounded by wagons and clapboard structures that make up the headquarters. A tent stands tall amidst these temporary buildings, while nearby lies a traditional Native American tepee or tipi. This photograph offers a glimpse into a significant period in American history - the Civil War era. It serves as a reminder of how war necessitates not only military strategy but also humanitarian efforts like those undertaken by organizations such as the Sanitary Commission. The monochrome palette adds depth to this historical scene, emphasizing its timeless quality. As we observe this print from our private collection today, it reminds us of both our shared past and our progress since then.
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