CIVIL WAR: RICHMOND, 1865. Ladies of Richmond, Virginia, passing a Union soldier on their way to receive government rations following the defeat of the Confederacy, 1865. Contemporary American wood engraving

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CIVIL WAR: RICHMOND, 1865. Ladies of Richmond, Virginia, passing a Union soldier on their way to receive government rations following the defeat of the Confederacy, 1865. Contemporary American wood engraving

CIVIL WAR: RICHMOND, 1865.
Ladies of Richmond, Virginia, passing a Union soldier on their way to receive government rations following the defeat of the Confederacy, 1865. Contemporary American wood engraving

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1865 Basket Confederate Dress Poverty Ration Reconstruction Richmond Rubble Ruin South Eastern Street Scene Union Union Army Virginian Yankee

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful and thought-provoking image, we are transported back to the aftermath of the Civil War in Richmond, Virginia, in 1865. The print captures a poignant moment as a group of resilient women from Richmond pass by a Union soldier on their way to receive government rations following the defeat of the Confederacy. The scene is filled with contrasting elements that speak volumes about the city's state at that time. The once prosperous streets now lay in ruins, symbolizing the devastating impact of war on this southern city. Amidst the rubble and destruction, these determined ladies navigate through poverty-stricken surroundings with baskets in hand, seeking sustenance for themselves and their families. Their attire reflects both resilience and loss - middle-class women wearing dresses that were fashionable before war ravaged their lives. Among them stands an African American woman who too has endured unimaginable hardships during those turbulent years. The presence of a Union soldier adds another layer to this narrative. He represents not only victory but also serves as a reminder of how drastically life had changed for these Virginians under occupation by Northern forces. This contemporary wood engraving encapsulates the spirit of reconstruction and resilience amidst adversity. It invites us to reflect upon the lasting scars left behind by one of America's most defining conflicts while honoring those who persevered through its darkest days.

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