Bennett Henry Hamilton Collection

Golgotha and the Crucifixion, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Golgotha and the Crucifixion, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the Crucifixion"

Gen. W. H. L. Wallace s, 2nd Div. Army of the Tenn. 1887. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Gen. W.H.L. Wallace s, 2nd Div. Army of the Tenn. 1887. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the [1862] Battle of Shiloh"

Gen. Grant giving order to Gen. McPherson, 1887. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Gen. Grant giving order to Gen. McPherson, 1887. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the [1862] Battle of Shiloh"

Crescent Regt. of New Orleans in the "Hornets Nest", 1887
Crescent Regt. of New Orleans in the " Hornets Nest", 1887. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the [1862] Battle of Shiloh"

1st Ark. Con. Regt. making a charge in "Hornets Nest", 1887
1st Ark. Con. Regt. making a charge in " Hornets Nest", 1887. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the [1862] Battle of Shiloh"

Self-Portrait with son Ashley and daughters Harriet and Nellie, c.1887. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Self-Portrait with son Ashley and daughters Harriet and Nellie, c.1887

The Pilot, 1886. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
The Pilot, 1886. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Cameras Story of Raftmans Life on the Wisconsin"

Devils Foot Ball near the Deep Fill, 1903. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Devils Foot Ball near the Deep Fill, 1903. Albumen print, stereo, no. 219 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Cold Water Canon-looking down from near the Jug, 1870/1908. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Cold Water Canon-looking down from near the Jug, 1870/1908. Albumen print, stereo, no. 433 from the series "In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Along the Rocks Opposite Berrys Landing, 1903. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Along the Rocks Opposite Berrys Landing, 1903. Albumen print, stereo, no. 233 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Waiting for the Royal family at entrance to Palace, 1886 / 88
Waiting for the Royal family at entrance to Palace, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1564 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Venus de Medici and Herkales; Art Institute, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Venus de Medici and Herkales [sic]; Art Institute, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

Unloading Coal, 1880 / 89. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Unloading Coal, 1880/89. Albumen print, stereo, no. 934 from the series " Milwaukee and Vicinity"

The Ferris Wheel, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
The Ferris Wheel, 1893. Albumen print, stereo

Protection, 1870 / 89. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Protection, 1870/89. Albumen print, stereo, no. 79 from the series " Wayside Gems"

Main entrance and central tower of Palace, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Main entrance and central tower of Palace, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1560 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Lincoln Monument in Lincoln Park, 1887 / 93. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Lincoln Monument in Lincoln Park, 1887/93. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

Historical Sycamore Tree, Orchard Knob in the distance, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1750 from the series " Kansas City Panorama. [1863] Battle Missionary Ridge"

Eastern end of Mount Zion or City of David, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Eastern end of Mount Zion or City of David, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the Crucifixion"

Down the river from the Bluff at Reeds Landing, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Down the river from the Bluff at Reeds Landing, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1528 from the series " Among the Bluff Scenery of the Upper Mississippi"

Circus in Town, cor West Water and Grand Avenue, 1880 / 89. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Circus in Town, cor[ner] West Water and Grand Avenue, 1880/89. Albumen print, stereo, no. 932 from the series " Milwaukee and Vicinity"

"Bouncing", an instantaneous view, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
" Bouncing", an instantaneous view, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1575 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Aphrodite; Herkales and Venus de Medici; Art Institute, 1893
Aphrodite; Herkales [sic] and Venus de Medici; Art Institute, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

Making a Crossing. Hold Her Heavy, Pard. 1886. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Making a Crossing. Hold Her Heavy, Pard. 1886. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Cameras Story of Raftmans Life on the Wisconsin"

Among the Crags on Bluff beyond Head of the Dells, 1870 / 1908
Among the Crags on Bluff beyond Head of the Dells, 1870/1908. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1042 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

A Winters Morning. Among the Boughs, 1870 / 1908. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
A Winters Morning. Among the Boughs, 1870/1908. Albumen print, stereo, no. 298 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Under the Bow of the Caravel Santa Maria, 1887 / 93. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Under the Bow of the Caravel Santa Maria, 1887/93. Replica of Christopher Columbus ship. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

The old well, En Royel, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
The old well, En Royel, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Chicago Panorama of the Crucifixion"

Street Parade, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Street Parade, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1574 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Storming of Palace by the Fire King, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Storming of Palace by the Fire King, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1555 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Snubbing. Clear that line, quick, 1886. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Snubbing. Clear that line, quick, 1886. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Cameras Story of Raftmans Life on the Wisconsin"

Old Abe - the Wisconsin War Eagle, c. 1875. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Old Abe - the Wisconsin War Eagle, c. 1875. Albumen print, stereo, no. 304 from the series " Wayside Gems"

Looking in at West entrance, by Electric light, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Looking in at West entrance, by Electric light, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1550 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Looking through the Ferris Wheel, near the top, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Looking through the Ferris Wheel, near the top, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

Logan Monument, Lake Front Park, 1887 / 93. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Logan Monument, Lake Front Park, 1887/93. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Chicago and Vicinity"

Laokoon and his sons attacked by Serpents; Art Institute, 1887/93. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Laokoon and his sons attacked by Serpents; Art Institute, 1887/93. Albumen print, stereo, from the series "Chicago and Vicinity"

Interior View, Libby Prison, 1893. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Interior View, Libby Prison, 1893. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " Views at Libby Prison, Chicago"

Looking East, Down the Valley from the Doorway, 1870 / 1908
Looking East, Down the Valley from the Doorway, 1870/1908. Albumen print, stereo, no. 19 from the series " Devils Lake and Vicinity"

Frightened most to death, 1870 / 89. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Frightened most to death, 1870/89. Albumen print, stereo, no. 429 from the series " Wayside Gems"

Earning their money, 1886. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Earning their money, 1886. Albumen print, stereo, from the series " The Cameras Story of Raftmans Life on the Wisconsin"

Capture of the Gun, Lady Breckinridge, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Capture of the Gun, Lady Breckinridge, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1754 from the series " Kansas City Panorama. [1863] Battle Missionary Ridge"

At the Bridge, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
At the Bridge, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1805 from the series " Dells of the St. Louis River"

[Illegible], 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
[Illegible], 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1540 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

Up the Channel at Steamboat Rock from a Steamer, 1870 / 1908
Up the Channel at Steamboat Rock from a Steamer, 1870/1908. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1076 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Skylight Cave in the Navy Yard, 1903. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Skylight Cave in the Navy Yard, 1903. Albumen print, stereo, no. 255 from the series " In and About the Dells of the Wisconsin River"

Down the old Quarry Road near Frontenac on Lake Pepn, 1870 / 1908
Down the old Quarry Road near Frontenac on Lake Pepn [sic], 1870/1908. View of Lake Pepin, a natural widening of the Mississippi, in Minnesota. Albumen print, stereo, no

At the Head of the Falls above Thompson, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
At the Head of the Falls above Thompson, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1801 from the series " Dells of the St. Louis River"

Windsor Toboggan Club Float, 1886 / 88. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Windsor Toboggan Club Float, 1886/88. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1570 from the series " St. Paul Ice Carnival"

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"Bennett Henry Hamilton: Capturing Moments in History Through the Lens" Step into the world of Bennett Henry Hamilton, a renowned photographer whose lens immortalized significant events and breathtaking landscapes. In 1893, he captured the profound Golgotha and Crucifixion scene, transporting viewers to a moment of deep reflection. Hamilton's talent extended beyond historical scenes; his lens also focused on notable figures such as General W. H. L. Wallace of the 2nd Division Army of the Tenn in 1887. The intensity and determination etched on Wallace's face tell tales of bravery and leadership. One cannot overlook Hamilton's ability to encapsulate pivotal moments in military history. His photograph depicting General Grant giving orders to General McPherson showcases their strategic collaboration during an important campaign in 1887. Intriguingly, Hamilton ventured beyond battlefields, capturing unique perspectives like that of Crescent Regiment from New Orleans amidst chaos within the infamous "Hornets Nest" or witnessing the daring charge by 1st Ark Con Regt within the same tumultuous setting. Hamilton's artistic prowess is evident through photographs like "The Pilot" (1886), where he skillfully captures both strength and vulnerability embodied by those navigating treacherous waters. Nature too found its place under Hamilton's watchful eye. His photograph titled "Devils Foot Ball near Deep Fill" (1903) transports us to an otherworldly landscape, evoking awe at nature's raw power. From towering cliffs overlooking Cold Water Canon near Jug (1870/1908) to rocky formations opposite Berrys Landing (1903), Hamilton showcased nature’s grandeur with every click of his camera shutter. Beyond documenting historic events and natural wonders, Bennett Henry Hamilton was equally adept at capturing everyday life - whether it be waiting for royalty at palace entrances or unloading coal from ships - each frame tells a story about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. Finally, Hamilton's lens turned towards art itself.