38 Historical Photos Depicting the American Civil War

The Civil War is one of the most pivotal moments in American history that we still learn about to this day. Luckily, we have more than just stories and historical accounts to learn from; we also have photographic evidence, as taken by photographers of the era who put themselves in harm’s way to capture these figures and moments that defined the American Civil War.

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#1: Sister M Joseph, a notable Civil War nurse who provided unbiased care at Hammond Hospital

#2: Philip Sheridan, who became a military legend after the victory in the Shenandoah Valley in…

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