Battle Of The Wilderness Collection

Battle of the Wilderness, Civil War, 1864
Confederates capturing Union breastworks during the Battle of the Wilderness in Virginia, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Wilderness Battlefield, near Spotsylvania, Virginia, 1865 (?). Creator: Unknown
The Wilderness Battlefield, near Spotsylvania, Virginia, 1865 (?)

The Wilderness Battlefield, 1865-67. Creator: Unknown
The Wilderness Battlefield, 1865-67

Hand-to-hand combat, Battle of the Wilderness, Civil War
Fierce fighting at the Bloody Angle, Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition, aka Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat, a failed British military expedition which tried to capture the French Fort

George Washington on horseback leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela
Vintage print of George Washington on horseback leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela

Vintage Civil War poster of General Ulysses S. Grant wearing his military uniform. He is surrounded by scenes of battle he participated in during the Civil War

Civil War poster of General Ulysses S. Grant wearing his military uniform
Vintage Civil War poster of General Ulysses S. Grant wearing his military uniform. He is surrounded by scenes of battle he participated in during the Civil War

Digitally restored print of the Battle of the Monongahela
Digitally restored vintage print showing George Washington on horseback, leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela. The print reads, Life Of George Washington, The Soldier

CIVIL WAR: WOUNDED, 1864. Wounded soldiers from the Battle of the Wilderness. Photographed at a hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia, during the American Civil War, May 1864

CIVIL WAR: WILDERNESS. Major-General James Samuel Wadsworth and his troops fighting at the Battle of the Wilderness, 6 May 1864. Contemporary wood engraving after a sketch by Alfred R. Waud

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Hungry Union soldier chasing a pig during the Wilderness campaign in Virginia, 1864, American Civil War Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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"The Battle of the Wilderness: A Brutal Clash in the Heart of Virginia's Wilderness" In 1864, amidst the raging Civil War, a fierce and bloody conflict unfolded on the hallowed grounds of The Wilderness Battlefield near Spotsylvania, Virginia. Hand-to-hand combat became a haunting reality as soldiers from both sides clashed with unwavering determination. This historic battleground witnessed unimaginable horrors as troops fought relentlessly for their cause. The deafening sounds of gunfire echoed through dense forests, tearing at the fabric of nature itself. Amidst this chaos, brave men fell victim to an unforgiving fate. One such casualty was Major General Edward Braddock, whose demise during the ill-fated Braddock expedition in 1755 is forever etched in history. His failed attempt to capture Fort Duquesne during the French and Indian War serves as a reminder that even great leaders can meet tragic ends. The Wilderness Battlefield stands as a testament to these sacrifices made by countless individuals who fought valiantly for their beliefs. Though its creators remain unknown, their legacy lives on through this hauntingly beautiful landscape scarred by war. As we gaze upon these images captured in 1864-67, we are transported back to that tumultuous time when brother fought against brother. The faces depicted reveal stories untold and emotions left unspoken—a poignant reminder of humanity's capacity for both heroism and tragedy. Today, let us remember those who perished on this sacred ground—soldiers who gave everything they had for causes they believed were just. May their sacrifice serve as a solemn reminder that peace should always be pursued before resorting to battle. The Battle of the Wilderness may have been one among many conflicts during the Civil War but its impact reverberates throughout history. It reminds us that even amidst darkness and despair, hope can emerge from ashes—and unity can triumph over division. Let us honor those who fought here with reverence and gratitude, for their bravery and sacrifice shaped the course of our nation.