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Confederacy Collection (#5)

"Remembering the Confederacy: A Glimpse into America's Turbulent Past" In this captivating image, we witness two iconic figures of the Confederate Army, General Robert E

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Moyamba, Sierra Leone, Madam Yoko, Chiefs, Colonial Officers

Moyamba, Sierra Leone, Madam Yoko, Chiefs, Colonial Officers
At Moyamba, the capital and largest city of Moyamba District, in the Southern Province of Sierra Leone ( Sierra Leone Colony and Protectorate - British colonial administration) - D.C

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The three confederates of the Old Swiss Confederacy, 1307

The three confederates of the Old Swiss Confederacy, 1307
The three confederates or Eidgenossen of the Old Swiss Confederacy, 1307. Walter Furst from Uri, Werner Stauffach from Schwyz, and Arnold von Melchtal of Unterwalden

Background imageConfederacy Collection: William Tell is arrested in Altdorf, Switzerland

William Tell is arrested in Altdorf, Switzerland
Swiss hero William Tell, with his son and holding a crossbow, is arrested in Altdorf for not saluting Albrecht Gesslers hat mounted on a pole. Guglielmo Tel

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Signature of Anne Boleyn during her imprisonment in the Tower of London and another

Signature of Anne Boleyn during her imprisonment in the Tower of London and another
The signature of Anne Boleyn with the Tudor Rose during her imprisonment in the Tower of London and another prisoners carving of a cross, 1815 (engraving)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: USA, South Carolina, Columbia, State Capital, Capitol Building, State House

USA, South Carolina, Columbia, State Capital, Capitol Building, State House, Classical Revival Style, National Historic Landmark, Statue of Senator Strom Thurmond

Background imageConfederacy Collection: USA, Virginia, Richmond, Hollywood Cemetery, graves of Confederate soldiers

USA, Virginia, Richmond, Hollywood Cemetery, graves of Confederate soldiers

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The death of Tecumseh during The Battle of the Thames, October 5, 1813

The death of Tecumseh during The Battle of the Thames, October 5, 1813, from The History of Our Country
2657616 The death of Tecumseh during The Battle of the Thames, October 5, 1813, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Confederate Ashville Rifle

Confederate Ashville Rifle
3481453 Confederate Ashville Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate, North Carolina, Ashville, Percussion Rifle); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho)

The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho)
PNP256386 The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Stephens, Hon. Alexander H. of GA, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown

Stephens, Hon. Alexander H. of GA, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Stephens, Hon. Alexander H. of Georgia, between 1865 and 1880

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 1, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard

Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 1, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard
Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 1, 1864. Albumen print, plate 39 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Home of a Rebel Sharpshooter, Gettysburg, July 1863. Creator: Alexander Gardner

Home of a Rebel Sharpshooter, Gettysburg, July 1863. Creator: Alexander Gardner
Home of a Rebel Sharpshooter, Gettysburg, July 1863. Albumen print, pl. 41 from the album " Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, vol. 1" (1866)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 3, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard

Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 3, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard
Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 3, 1864. Albumen print, plate 41 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 5, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard

Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 5, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard
Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 5, 1864. Albumen print, plate 43 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 2, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard

Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 2, 1864. Creator: George N. Barnard
Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 2, 1864. Union soldier with Confederate cannons. Albumen print, plate 40 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Confederate Gen. Braxtons Braggs Headquarters, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett

Confederate Gen. Braxtons Braggs Headquarters, 1889. Creator: Henry Hamilton Bennett
Confederate Gen. Braxtons Braggs Headquarters, 1889. Albumen print, stereo, no. 1753 from the series " Kansas City Panorama. [1863] Battle Missionary Ridge"

Background imageConfederacy Collection: 3c Washington on advertising cover, July 2, 1856. Creator: Unknown

3c Washington on advertising cover, July 2, 1856. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington on advertising cover, July 2, 1856

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Santa Claus visits Uncle Sam!, c. 1863 (litho)

Santa Claus visits Uncle Sam!, c. 1863 (litho)
AQS257107 Santa Claus visits Uncle Sam!, c.1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Shadows of the times, plate 3, published by P. Kramer & C. Muringer, Philadelphia, c

Shadows of the times, plate 3, published by P. Kramer & C. Muringer, Philadelphia, c
AQS336700 Shadows of the times, plate 3, published by P. Kramer & C. Muringer, Philadelphia, c.1862 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 27.0x19.8 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

Background imageConfederacy Collection: U. S. S. Kearsarge Sinking the Alabama, 19th June 1864 (oil on canvas)

U. S. S. Kearsarge Sinking the Alabama, 19th June 1864 (oil on canvas)
CH204286 U.S.S. Kearsarge Sinking the Alabama, 19th June 1864 (oil on canvas) by Smith, Xanthus Russell (1839-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alabama, Confederate ship sunk by Kearsarge)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Warrior with halberd, c. 1898 (oil on canvas)

Warrior with halberd, c. 1898 (oil on canvas)
3959965 Warrior with halberd, c.1898 (oil on canvas) by Hodler, Ferdinand (1853-1918); 204.5 x 107. cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. July 3rd, 1863 (hand-coloured lithograph with blue-tint)

The Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. July 3rd, 1863 (hand-coloured lithograph with blue-tint)
3704147 The Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. July 3rd, 1863 (hand-coloured lithograph with blue-tint) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The confederacy of Dutch nobles presenting a petition of their grievances to Margaret of Parma

The confederacy of Dutch nobles presenting a petition of their grievances to Margaret of Parma
3647766 The confederacy of Dutch nobles presenting a petition of their grievances to Margaret of Parma, Governor of the Spanish Netherlands, 1566 (engraving) by European School

Background imageConfederacy Collection: End of the Bridge after Burnsides Attack, Fredericksburg, Virginia

End of the Bridge after Burnsides Attack, Fredericksburg, Virginia
3614128 End of the Bridge after Burnsides Attack, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1863 (albumen silver print) by Russell, Andrew Joseph (1830-1902); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Maryland Heights: Siege of Harpers Ferry, 1863 (oil on canvas)

Maryland Heights: Siege of Harpers Ferry, 1863 (oil on canvas)
3526183 Maryland Heights: Siege of Harpers Ferry, 1863 (oil on canvas) by MacLeod, William Douglas (1811-92); 76.2x111.76 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Residence of Jefferson Davis (1201 East Clay Street), Richmond, VA, 1861-65 (b / w photo)

Residence of Jefferson Davis (1201 East Clay Street), Richmond, VA, 1861-65 (b / w photo)
6343851 Residence of Jefferson Davis (1201 East Clay Street), Richmond, VA, 1861-65 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Soldiers standing atop a cliff (b / w photo)

Soldiers standing atop a cliff (b / w photo)
701264 Soldiers standing atop a cliff (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Youthful Union soldier wearing a kepi, c. 1862 (b / w photo)

Youthful Union soldier wearing a kepi, c. 1862 (b / w photo)
834317 Youthful Union soldier wearing a kepi, c.1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Close-up oval tintype portrait of an anonymous)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Battle of Mission Ridge, Nov. 25th, 1863 - presented with the compliments of

Battle of Mission Ridge, Nov. 25th, 1863 - presented with the compliments of
2836260 Battle of Mission Ridge, Nov. 25th, 1863 - presented with the compliments of the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, pub

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Man and woman of the Land of Natal, South Africa, 1818

Man and woman of the Land of Natal, South Africa, 1818. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The Arena Civica built in 1807 in Milan, Italy

The Arena Civica built in 1807 in Milan, Italy. Designed by the neo-classical architect Luigi Canonica. Arena di Milano. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre Jr

Background imageConfederacy Collection: General Robert E. Lee (1807-70) (colour litho)

General Robert E. Lee (1807-70) (colour litho)
PNP258680 General Robert E. Lee (1807-70) (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Confederate paper money, 1st March, 1863 (litho)

Confederate paper money, 1st March, 1863 (litho)
PNP270243 Confederate paper money, 1st March, 1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Flag of the Confederate States of America (colour litho)

Flag of the Confederate States of America (colour litho)
PNP270239 Flag of the Confederate States of America (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War

President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War
PNP270237 President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, with his generals (oil on canvas) by American School

Background imageConfederacy Collection: General Robert E. Lee at his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b / w photo)

General Robert E. Lee at his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b / w photo)
STC355127 General Robert E. Lee at his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: General Lee (1807-1870)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: General Robert E. Lee standing outside his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b / w photo)

General Robert E. Lee standing outside his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b / w photo)
STC355126 General Robert E. Lee standing outside his house in Richmond, April 1865 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: General Lee (1807-1870)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Punch cartoon: King Cotton Bound; or, the Modern Prometheus - the Union blockade of Confederate

Punch cartoon: King Cotton Bound; or, the Modern Prometheus - the Union blockade of Confederate ports during
6034744 Punch cartoon: King Cotton Bound; or, the Modern Prometheus - the Union blockade of Confederate ports during the American Civil War (engraving) by English School

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Ruins at Richmond, Virginia, 1865 (b / w photo)

Ruins at Richmond, Virginia, 1865 (b / w photo)
STC355141 Ruins at Richmond, Virginia, 1865 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: taken April)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Battle of Kenesaw Mountain - Death of General Polk, from a book pub. 1896 (engraving)

Battle of Kenesaw Mountain - Death of General Polk, from a book pub. 1896 (engraving)
STC394710 Battle of Kenesaw Mountain - Death of General Polk, from a book pub. 1896 (engraving) by Waud, Alfred Rudolph (1828-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Confederate 32-pounder cannon and militia gunners overlooking the entrance into Pensacola

Confederate 32-pounder cannon and militia gunners overlooking the entrance into Pensacola
834316 Confederate 32-pounder cannon and militia gunners overlooking the entrance into Pensacola Bay, Florida, prior to the American Civil War, March 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The Southern Cross battle flag of the Confederate forces (colour litho)

The Southern Cross battle flag of the Confederate forces (colour litho)
PNP270240 The Southern Cross battle flag of the Confederate forces (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Richmond during the evacuation (litho)

Richmond during the evacuation (litho)
3622371 Richmond during the evacuation (litho) by Steeple Davis, J. (1844-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richmond, Virginia, during the evacuation, American Civil War, 1865)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Capture of Jefferson Davis (litho)

Capture of Jefferson Davis (litho)
3622369 Capture of Jefferson Davis (litho) by Steeple Davis, J. (1844-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America)

Background imageConfederacy Collection: America - Wayne Defeats Indians

America - Wayne Defeats Indians
Wayne Defeats Indians. Date: 1794

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Fortified Onondaga Village

Fortified Onondaga Village
A walled and fortified village of the Onondaga people, part of the Iroquois Confederacy, is attacked by Samuel de Champlain and Huron soldiers

Background imageConfederacy Collection: Western Barracks and Parade, Battle of Fort Sumter, 15th April 1861 (b / w photo)

Western Barracks and Parade, Battle of Fort Sumter, 15th April 1861 (b / w photo)
1555253 Western Barracks and Parade, Battle of Fort Sumter, 15th April 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Background imageConfederacy Collection: The Starting Point of the Great War Between the States, Inauguration of Jefferson Davis

The Starting Point of the Great War Between the States, Inauguration of Jefferson Davis
1630643 The Starting Point of the Great War Between the States, Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, Montgomery, Alabama, February 18, 1861, pub




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"Remembering the Confederacy: A Glimpse into America's Turbulent Past" In this captivating image, we witness two iconic figures of the Confederate Army, General Robert E. Lee and General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, deep in conversation before the Battle of Chancellorsville during the US Civil War. Their strategic minds and unwavering determination would soon shape history. The photograph transports us back to a time when Nathan Bedford Forrest commanded attention as one of the most brilliant cavalry leaders in American military history. His daring tactics and fearless leadership earned him legendary status among his troops. As we delve further into our historical journey, another snapshot reveals soldiers engaged in fierce combat at Bull Run – a pivotal battle that marked both Union and Confederate forces with an indelible sense of reality about the horrors they were about to face. Moving forward, we encounter scenes from lesser-known battles like Munfordville, Kentucky – where brave soldiers fought valiantly for their cause amidst intense gunfire and chaos. These often overlooked clashes remind us that every corner of our nation was touched by the ravages of war. The haunting image shifts once again to capture the brutality endured during the Battle of Wilderness in 1864. The dense forest becomes a battleground soaked with blood as soldiers grapple with each other amidst unforgiving terrain. It serves as a stark reminder that war knows no mercy or boundaries. Amidst these snapshots lies a broader narrative – one that encompasses an entire nation torn apart by conflicting ideologies during one of its darkest periods. The United States found itself divided along lines drawn by loyalty to either Union or Confederacy; brother against brother, neighbor against neighbor. Finally, we glimpse Fort Sumter's layout at the outset of hostilities - an emblematic representation of how this conflict began on April 12th, 1861. This stronghold became ground zero for simmering tensions between North and South until it erupted into full-scale war.