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Soldier Defending the Capitol Letterhead
Letterhead with a Union soldier standing guard, rifle in his right arm, beside the American flag. Four tents, representing a military camp, are pitched between the soldier and the United States Capitol building. Words printed under the image read: "We pledge 'our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor,' in defense of our nation's capitol." 4 page, folded, red and blue ink on lined paper. |
Image ID: | 132532 |
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Creation Date: | |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Collection Name: | Civil War illustrated envelopes, 1861-1865 |
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Original Format Type: | prints, fine-art |
Original Format Number: | PH 2724, Box 10, Env 1 |
Original Dimensions: | 8 x 5.25 inches |
Letterheads printed during Civil War depicting mostly pro-Union and anti-Confederate themes. |
Patriotism |
Signs and symbols |
Capitol buildings |
Trees |
Flags |
Military camps |
Soldiers |
Men |
Firearms |
Letters |
Civil War, 1861-1865 |
Uniforms |
Tents |
Ephemera |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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