Passage of the Potomac

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“A street in Harper’s Ferry, VA., during the passage of the Potomac by the Federal troops from Maryland, October 24th, 1862. We give a specimen of the grotesque in war. Experience proves that where there is much excitement there is always a rollicking gayety in proportion to the excitement. The terrible stimulus of war constantly produced scenes which almost approached those of a carnival. Among the younger of the Federal soldiers this was very apparent, more especially among some of the zouave regiments.” —Leslie, 1896

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Virginia, Civil War, War, Dog, horses, soldiers, town, street scene, Harper's Ferry, VA., passage of the Potomac, October 24th 1862, horses gallopping

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1861-1865 Civil War Other Events, Places in Virginia

Source

Frank Leslie Famous Leaders and Battle Scenes of the Civil War (New York, NY: Mrs. Frank Leslie, 1896)

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