Photograph
Scouts for the Army of the Potomac
Scouts and guides in the Army of the Potomac. The individuals in the group were attached to the secret-service department of the Army of the Potomac when it was directed by Allen Pinkerton. Many of these men who were gathered for service on the Peninsula were known as Pamunket Indians, relics of a small Virginia tribe. They were very loyal to the Union, and their services were invaluable to McClellan during the spring and summer of 1862. After Pinkerton left the army, the whole secret-service department was reorganized by Colonel Sharpe, and he drew more largely from the ranks for the composition of his force. Whenever these men were captured they were hanged as spies. |
Image ID: | 33615 |
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Creation Date: | 1864 |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Collection Name: | Subject albums, 1753?-1990? (bulk circa 1850s-circa 1950s) |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 3-1990 |
Original Dimensions: | 14 x 10 inches |
Trees |
Military uniforms |
Civil War, 1861-1865 |
Men |
Outdoor photography |
Clothing and dress |
Hats |
Portraits, Group |
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