NathanDead at Gettysburg
As we have already known, Gettysburg was one epic battle that was also a huge game changer for the war. A total of around 50,000 soldiers lost their lives form both sides during this three-day battle. It was definitely the most barbarous battle in the history of America. Both the troops fought on different sides but there was a separation regarding where the dead Union and Confederate soldiers lay.
Entrenched Union Soldiers
It is not a secret that during the Civil War, there was a lot of development in the field of weapons. However, transportation was a very big issue during the war. Hence trenches held a big role in the multiple Civil War battles. The trenches could give the troops more safety from bullets and artillery. In the battles of Fredericksburg and Petersburg, they played crucial roles as well.
Location Of Lee’s Surrender
By the end of the Civil War, the Confederacy seemed to be facing a dark time. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia had been cut off by Union at Appomattox Courthouse. Lee had to eventually surrender as it was clear that their chances of winning grew slimmer and slimmer. At Wilmer McLean’s house, as we can see in the image, the document was immediately signed. Many Southerners surrendered following Lee’s white flag in the following days.
Amputation at Gettysburg
The most expensive battle in US history resulted in 50,000 casualties on both sides. Yes, there were indeed a lot of casualties in the Gettysburg Battle. There was a growing concern for the soldiers that managed to survive their injuries. Even though they managed to live through their attack, the doctors were concerned that they might fall ill either and that their scars or scabs were prone to get infected with.
Log Hut
We can honestly say that one of the most endearing photos taken during the Civil War would have to be the photos of soldiers. Here is a gang of soldiers from the north spending some equality time in a hut log back in 1864. The photo here shows the cook and some of the men getting food from the kitchen, that is this hut right here. These huts were used as temporary houses by these troops.
Refugee Family
When the Civil War broke out, more than 200,000 people living in the south had to flee from the comfort of their homes. The biggest group from this had to be the people from Virginia. The image above shows one family that is loading their item onto a cart, getting ready to flee. Many Southerners left the south to join the Union territory in their battles against the North.