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Antietam Collection (#3)

"Remembering the Battle of Antietam: A Historic Moment in American History" In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln and General George B

Background imageAntietam Collection: ALLAN PINKERTON, 1862. Pinkerton at Antietam, Maryland, while operating, during the Civil War

ALLAN PINKERTON, 1862. Pinkerton at Antietam, Maryland, while operating, during the Civil War, under the pseudonym Major E.J. Allen : oil over a photograph, 1862

Background imageAntietam Collection: ANTIETAM: OFFICIALS, 1862. Union officials at Antietam, Maryland, during the American Civil War

ANTIETAM: OFFICIALS, 1862. Union officials at Antietam, Maryland, during the American Civil War, October 1862. Seated left to right: war correspondent William R, Moore and detective Allan Pinkerton

Background imageAntietam Collection: Signal station on Elk Mountain, Md. overlooking battle-field

Signal station on Elk Mountain, Md. overlooking battle-field of Antietam. Date photographed Oct. 1862, printed later

Background imageAntietam Collection: Antietam bridge, Maryland

Antietam bridge, Maryland. Stone bridge over Antietam creek. Date 1862 September printed later, c1866

Background imageAntietam Collection: President Lincoln on battle-field of Antietam, October, 1862

President Lincoln on battle-field of Antietam, October, 1862. Photograph shows Abraham Lincoln at Antietam, Maryland, on Friday, October 3, 1862, during his visit to General McClellan

Background imageAntietam Collection: Maj. Gen. Geo. B. McClellan. On the Battle Field of Antietam

Maj. Gen. Geo. B. McClellan. On the Battle Field of Antietam. Date c1863

Background imageAntietam Collection: Antietam, Md. President Lincoln with Gen. George B. McClella

Antietam, Md. President Lincoln with Gen. George B. McClellan and group of officers. Photograph from the main eastern theater of the war, Battle of Antietam, September-October 1862. 1. Col. Delos B

Background imageAntietam Collection: Abraham Lincoln at Antietam

Abraham Lincoln at Antietam
President Lincoln meets with General McClellan at Antietam. Lincolns visit led to his order for the army to cross the Potomac and pursue Lees troops south. Date: 3 October 1862

Background imageAntietam Collection: Lincoln at Antietam / Phot

Lincoln at Antietam / Phot
President Abraham Lincoln visiting the Camps at Antietam. On his (r) is Allan Pinkerton, the organiser of the army secret service, and (l) is Gen. John A McClernand Date: 3 October 1862

Background imageAntietam Collection: EVCW2D-00056

EVCW2D-00056
Model 1841 6-pounder smooth-bore cannon used in the Mexican War, in a Confederate battery at Antietam battlefield, Maryland

Background imageAntietam Collection: Confederate Army ready at Antietam, 1862

Confederate Army ready at Antietam, 1862
General Lee and General Hill riding the Confederate lines at Antietam, 1862. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a Stanley Arthurs illustration

Background imageAntietam Collection: PSCI2D-00003

PSCI2D-00003
Clara Barton memorial at Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, Maryland. Digital photograph

Background imageAntietam Collection: PPRE2A-00067

PPRE2A-00067
President Lincoln meeting with General McClellan at Antietam battlefield, 1862. Hand-colored woodcut from a photograph

Background imageAntietam Collection: EVCW2A-00030

EVCW2A-00030
Irwins brigade charging the Confederate position at the Dunker Church, Battle of Antietam, 1862. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Background imageAntietam Collection: EVCW2A-00040

EVCW2A-00040
Union troops battling their way across Burnside Bridge in the Battle of Antietam in the American Civil War. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th century illustration

Background imageAntietam Collection: Mcclellan at Antietam

Mcclellan at Antietam
BATTLE OF ANTIETAM Union General George McClellan defeats Lee, but is removed from command for not following up his victory sufficiently aggressively




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"Remembering the Battle of Antietam: A Historic Moment in American History" In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln and General George B. McClellan stood side by side on the battlefield in Antietam, Maryland, witnessing a pivotal moment in the Civil War. This iconic photograph captured their presence amidst the chaos and bravery that unfolded during this historic battle. The Battle was one of the bloodiest conflicts in American history, with casualties reaching staggering numbers. The lithograph by Kurz & Allison depicts the intensity and devastation that occurred on September 17, 1862. Antietam Creek played a significant role during this battle as Burnside Bridge became a focal point for both Union and Confederate forces. Today, it stands as a symbol of resilience and remembrance. Fast forward to 1953 during the Korean War when USS Shelton and USS Antietam found themselves refueling from tanker USS Tolovana in Korean waters. In the background loomed USS Essex, awaiting its turn - an image capturing not only military operations but also highlighting how historical names continue to resonate through time. The significance extends beyond battles fought on land or sea; it represents sacrifice and loss endured by soldiers who fought valiantly for their beliefs. Photographs like those showing dead Confederate gun crews remind us of these sacrifices made during times of war. As we reflect upon these moments frozen in time - whether it be President Lincoln alongside Allan Pinkerton or standing amidst cornfields where fierce fighting took place - let us honor those who gave their lives at Antietam while striving for peace today.