{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-november-1-1862-battle-of-corinth-battle-of-perryville-pirate-alabama","title":"Harper’s Weekly – November 1, 1862 – Battle of Corinth • Battle of Perryville • Pirate “Alabama”","description":"Harper’s Weekly – November 1, 1862 – Battle of Corinth • Battle of Perryville • Pirate “Alabama”\n\nA powerful and highly collectible Civil War–era issue of Harper’s Weekly, published November 1, 1862.\nThis edition includes two separate double-page battle scenes, a striking full-page view of Perryville, Kentucky, engravings of the Confederate raid on Chambersburg, dramatic naval art of the CSS Alabama, and political cartoons that capture the energy of wartime America.\n\nThis issue is complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Historical Content\n\n🖼 Full Front Page\n\n“The Town of Perryville, Kentucky, Scene of the Recent Battle”\n\n“The Pirate ‘Alabama’” — an early depiction of the infamous Confederate commerce raider.\n\n\n⚔ Major Battle Illustrations\n\nThis issue contains two double-page battlefield spreads:\n\n1️⃣ Double-Page Centerfold\n\n“Rebel Raid into Pennsylvania—Stuart’s Cavalry on Their Way to the Potomac.”\nA sweeping, dramatic image of J.E.B. Stuart’s famed cavalry riding north in their daring 1862 raid.\n\n2️⃣ Double-Page Battle Scene (spread across two sections)\n\n“Battle of Corinth—The Struggle Over Robinett’s Battery.”\nStanley’s Division charges up to reinforce the embattled Federal battery—an extremely desirable and visually intense engraving.\n\nNote: The Corinth double-page spread is separated by intervening pages, as originally issued. If framing, be aware of binding holes.\n\n🗺 \u0026amp; 🏞 Additional Engravings\n\n“Battle of Perryville, Kentucky” – full-page\n\n“The Rebel Foray in Pennsylvania—General View of Chambersburg”\n\nTwo quarter-page Chambersburg scenes\n\n“Camp Dick Robinson, Kentucky” – half-page\n\n\n🎭 Back Page Political Cartoons\n\nThree strong wartime cartoons:\n\n“John Bull’s Neutrality—A Distinction With a Difference”\n\n“The Railroad in Broadway”\n\n“My Maryland!!”\n\n\nThese are classic examples of Civil War–era political satire.\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nOverall fair to good for an authentic 1862 newspaper.\n\nExpected age toning and handling wear\n\nSome edge tears and small losses\n\nBinding holes along the left margin (as issued)\n\nSmall chips or folds on some pages\n\nEngravings remain bold and suitable for display\n\n\n📸 I photograph every single page of every issue I sell.\nPlease examine all photos carefully—they show the truest representation of condition.\nIf you need close-ups of specific pages, tears, or engravings, I’m always happy to provide them. Please ask questions before purchasing if condition matters to you.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Optional Archival Framing Available\n\nI offer museum-quality framing for any page or centerfold, using:\n\nAcid-free mats\n\nUV-protective acrylic\n\nArchival backing\n\nPeriod-appropriate and modern frame styles\n\n\nPopular pieces to frame from this issue:\n\nPerryville front page\n\nEither double-page battle scene\n\nPirate “Alabama” engraving\n\n\nMessage me for frame options, pricing, and turnaround time.\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat, never rolled\n\nPacked in rigid, archival-safe materials\n\nFully tracked \u0026amp; insured\n\nCombined shipping available for multiple issues\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎁 Perfect For\n\nCivil War collectors\n\nMilitary historians\n\nAntique print enthusiasts\n\nCollectors of Confederate naval history\n\nDecorators seeking authentic historical art\n\nGifts for history buffs, veterans, or educators\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nCivil War newspaper, Harper’s Weekly 1862, Battle of Corinth print, Battle of Perryville Kentucky, CSS Alabama pirate ship, JEB Stuart raid, Robinett’s Battery, antique Civil War illustration, Chambersburg Pennsylvania raid, vintage political cartoons, Civil War maps and prints, historical newspaper art, 19th century ephemera, Union Army engravings, authentic 1860s newspaper","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264013529308,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/1e408f75-il_fullxfull.7512130737_mxi2.jpg?v=1786496630","url":"https:\/\/thekeenantiquarian.com\/products\/harper-s-weekly-november-1-1862-battle-of-corinth-battle-of-perryville-pirate-alabama","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}