Harper's Weekly - September 20, 1862 - Civil War Issue w/ nice woodcut illustrations
| Cartographer: | Harpers |
| Full Title: | "Harper's Weekly A Journal of Civilization New York, Saturday, September 20, 1862" |
| Published: | New York - 1862 |
"War Map of Kentucky and Tennessee, Showing the Present Theatre of Operations in the West"
Issue is c. 11" W x 16" H sheet. New York: Harpers, 1862. In VG, mostly clean and fresh condition. This issue of Harpers is from Saturday, September 20, 1862. Vol.VI - No.299.
This fine heavily illustrated newspaper focuses on one of the most important issues of the time period, the Civil War. Depicted on the cover is a full page illustration of a gallant color-bearer, which appears to be a Union officer, claiming victory over a Rebel officer. Other illustrations include: a full page of scenes from General Buell's campaign, a full page of three sketches showing citizens being enrolled and prepared for battle in Cincinnati, a full double page of General Sigel's Corps at the second Battle of Bull Run, which was fought August 29, 1862, a half page of the Army of the Potomac passing the Hygeia Hotel at Old Point Virginia, three late military generals, a full page map showing Kentucky and Tennessee, and two political cartoons. Text is mainly about events surrounding the Civil War and also included is a continuing chapter of Wilkie Collins story, "No Name."
An interesting and historical look into America's past. Issue is 16pp.
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| Item #: | 53240 |
| Item Title: | Harpers - September 20, 1862 |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | SOLD |
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