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Battle of Shiloh April 6th 1862
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Battle of Shiloh April 6th 1862
Battle of Shiloh April 6th 1862. Date c1885 Dec. 31
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This evocative print commemorates the Battle of Shiloh, which took place on April 6, 1862, during the American Civil War. The scene depicts the early hours of the battle, as Union forces under the command of General Ulysses S. Grant engage with the Confederate army led by General Albert Sidney Johnston. The sun rises over the battlefield, casting long shadows and illuminating the smoke-filled air as the clash between the two formidable armies unfolds. The Battle of Shiloh, also known as the Battle of Pittsburg Landing, was one of the largest engagements in the western theater of the Civil War. The Union army, initially outnumbered and caught off guard, managed to repel several Confederate assaults and eventually emerged victorious. The battle marked a turning point in the war, as it demonstrated the Union's ability to withstand and ultimately defeat the Confederate forces. This print, created around 1885, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Battle of Shiloh. The intricate details of the soldiers, their uniforms, and the battlefield landscape underscore the raw emotion and intensity of the conflict. The print also highlights the strategic importance of the battle, as it paved the way for the Union's eventual victory in the western theater and the preservation of the United States as a single, unified nation. The Battle of Shiloh remains an essential chapter in American history, and this print offers a unique and captivating perspective on this pivotal moment in the Civil War.
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