HARPERs FERRY, 1859. United States Marines under the command of Colonel Robert E. Lee smashing the armory door behind which insurgent leader John Brown and his men were trapped at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, 18 October 1859. Contemporary American wood engraving
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HARPERs FERRY, 1859. United States Marines under the command of Colonel Robert E. Lee smashing the armory door behind which insurgent leader John Brown and his men were trapped at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, 18 October 1859. Contemporary American wood engraving
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in American history - the storming of Harpers Ferry in 1859. United States Marines, led by Colonel Robert E. Lee, are depicted smashing through the armory door where insurgent leader John Brown and his men were trapped. The intensity of the scene is palpable as bayonets gleam and uniforms stand out against the backdrop of chaos. The contemporary American wood engraving beautifully conveys the tension and significance of this event. It serves as a powerful reminder of the struggle for abolition that divided a nation on the brink of civil war. The image showcases not only the bravery and determination of those involved but also highlights how deeply entrenched slavery was in America's antebellum society. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are transported back to that fateful day on October 18th, 1859, when these marines invaded Harpers Ferry with revolutionary fervor. This image encapsulates both sides of America's divide - one fighting for freedom from oppression while others sought to maintain their way of life in the South. The Granger Collection has once again provided us with an invaluable glimpse into our past through this thought-provoking photo print. It reminds us that history is complex and multifaceted, filled with moments that shaped our nation's trajectory towards unity or division.
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