Pemberton's Headquarters, Vicksburg, Miss. between 1880 and 1901. Creator: Unknown

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Pemberton's Headquarters, Vicksburg, Miss. between 1880 and 1901. Creator: Unknown

Pemberton's Headquarters, Vicksburg, Miss. between 1880 and 1901

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1880s 8 X 10 In Civil War Dry Plate Negative Grounds Headquarters Historic Building Military Base Mississippi United States Of America Residence Rural Scene American Civil War Military Headquarters

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This image depicts Pemberton's Headquarters in Vicksburg, Mississippi, between 1880 and 1901. The exact date of the photograph remains unknown, but it captures the historic building in its post-Civil War era, when it served as a military headquarters and later became a part of Vicksburg National Military Park. The scene unfolds on the grounds of the headquarters, where horses and their riders are seen milling about, their hooves kicking up dust on the dirt path. The grand, two-story brick building stands proudly in the background, its columns and balconies adorned with intricate details. The lush greenery surrounding the headquarters adds to the serene and picturesque setting. Pemberton's Headquarters played a significant role in the American Civil War, as it was the site where General John C. Pemberton, the Confederate commander of Vicksburg, surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant on July 4, 1863. After the war, the building was used as a military headquarters until it was decommissioned and turned into a museum and tourist attraction. This glass negative, likely a dry plate process, offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a period of American history marked by military conflict, rebuilding, and the eventual healing of a nation. The image, held in the Library of Congress, is a valuable addition to our heritage art and serves as a reminder of the rich history of Vicksburg, Mississippi, and the United States of America.

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