1864 Robert E. Lee Portrait Harper's Weekly July 02 Escaped Slave
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Title: 1864 Robert E. Lee Portrait Harper's Weekly July 02 Escaped Slave
📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
📜 The Face of the Enemy: This July 2, 1864, issue is "prime" content, featuring a prominent and "very nice" front-page illustration of General Robert E. Lee. During the height of the Siege of Petersburg, Harper's Weekly provided the Northern public with a visual and biographical look at the man leading the Confederate defense.
📜 The Struggle for Freedom: Contrasting the high command is a powerful full-page tribute to the "Escaped Slave," documenting the transition from bondage to service within the Union Army. This issue captures the dual nature of the war: the grand military strategy and the deep social revolution taking place.
🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟
🎖️ "The Rebel General Robert Edmund Lee" (Front-Page): A stunning full-page cover portrait accompanied by a short biography. This is one of the most iconic contemporary depictions of Lee available to collectors, perfect for Virginia Campaign and Civil War command historians.
✊ "The Escaped Slave in the Union Army" (Full-Page): A "nice" full-figure print paired with "The Escaped Slave." These images are cornerstone artifacts for Black History and USCT collectors, visually narrating the journey toward freedom and military service.
🍑 "The Rebel Assault on Logan's Position... Battle at Dallas" (Double-Page Centerfold): A "great and displayable" battle scene. This massive print captures the fierce combat in Georgia during the Battle of Dallas, a pivotal moment in the drive toward Atlanta.
⚔️ Sherman’s Georgia Campaign:
"5 Scenes in Georgia" — including Resaca, Woodlands, Kingston, and Adairsville.
"General Hooker's Escort Charging Through the Woods" (Half-page).
"General Williams's Division... Leading the Rebels through the Woods."
"Fighting Johnny Logan" — a portrait of the beloved political general John A. Logan.
⚓ Naval Scenes on the James River: A full page with two views documenting Grant's Campaign and the vital role of the Union Navy in maintaining the supply lines and providing heavy fire support during the Virginia operations.
🪦 "The Late Rev. Gordon Winslow": A portrait and tribute to the dedicated clergyman and Sanitary Commission inspector who was a fixture of the Army of the Potomac.
🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from July 2, 1864.
Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1864—an authentic 162-year-old primary source.
Condition Study: I take pictures of every single page so you can study them carefully. Please examine the high-resolution scans for the sharpness of the Lee portrait and the clean edges of the Dallas centerfold.
Political Satire: The back page features the cartoon "That's Whats the Trouble with John C.," referring to John C. Frémont's political maneuvers during the 1864 election cycle.
🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
Robert E. Lee Collectors: Front-page portraits of Lee in Northern newspapers are highly prized for their historical context and high display value.
Black History Enthusiasts: The "Escaped Slave" prints are among the most poignant social commentaries of the era.
Georgia & Atlanta Campaign Buffs: The combination of the Dallas centerfold and the 5-scene Georgia topographical page makes this an essential regional issue.
Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Lee cover or the "Escaped Slave" full-page would make a museum-quality historical centerpiece!
📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the historic newsprint from light and environment.
Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its large centerfold arrive safely.
Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
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1864 Robert E. Lee Portrait Harper's Weekly July 02 Escaped Slave
$322.22