Harper's Weekly 1864 Averill's Raid Jan 16 Army of the Potomac Centerfold
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Title: Harper's Weekly 1864 Averill's Raid Jan 16 Army of the Potomac Centerfold
📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
📖 Frontier Cavalry & Continental Maneuvers: This January 16, 1864, edition of Harper's Weekly highlights the daring "Great Raid" led by General William W. Averill. His cavalry expedition through the mountains of West Virginia to destroy the Virginia & Tennessee Railroad was one of the most remarkable logistical feats of the winter.
📖 Global Naval Tensions: The issue also documents the international reach of the Civil War, from Confederate "screw steamers" lurking in French ports to the construction of powerful new ironclads in New York for the Italian Navy.
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⚔️ FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS ⚔️
🐎 "Averill's Raid" (Full Front-Page): A magnificent and rare full-page cover print dedicated to General William W. Averill’s successful winter raid. This is a premier artifact for West Virginia and Cavalry history collectors.
💂 "An Advance of the Army of the Potomac" (Double-Page Centerfold): A spectacular, high-detail military print showing hundreds of Union soldiers in motion. This "very nice" centerfold captures the sheer scale and organizational power of the North’s primary fighting force.
🚢 "The Rebel Screw Steamer 'Rappahannock' at Calais, France": A significant illustration documenting the diplomatic and naval "cat-and-mouse" game played in European waters as the Confederacy attempted to secure modern warships abroad.
🏛️ "The Late Most Reverend John Hughes" (Full-Page): A commemorative portrait of the influential Archbishop of New York. Known as "Dagger John," he was a massive figure in 19th-century Irish-American history and a key supporter of the Union.
⚙️ "The Iron-Clad 'Re D' Italia'": A look at the massive ironclad frigate built in Manhattan for the Italian government, reflecting the global dominance of American shipyards during the war era.
🌊 "The 'Suck' in the Tennessee River": A fascinating geographical illustration of this dangerous navigational hazard near Chattanooga, crucial for understanding the Union's difficult supply lines.
🌁 "The Wreck of the 'Aquila' at San Francisco": A rare West Coast feature showing the wreck of the ship carrying the monitor Comanche, a major event in the maritime history of early San Francisco.
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🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from January 16, 1864.
Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1864—an authentic 160-year-old primary source.
Integrity: The massive Army of the Potomac centerfold is present and suitable for framing.
Fascinating Tech: Includes a print of "Daboll's Fog-Trumpet," showcasing 19th-century maritime safety innovations.
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🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
Cavalry & West Virginia Historians: Averill’s Raid is a legendary chapter of the war; contemporary illustrations of his exploits are highly sought after.
Irish-American Interest: The portrait of Archbishop Hughes is a foundational piece for collectors of New York Catholic or Irish-American heritage.
Naval Buffs: From the Charleston harbor obstructions to the French-docked Rappahannock, this issue is packed with maritime intrigue.
Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Averill's Raid cover or the Army of the Potomac centerfold would make a stunning, museum-quality display!
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📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to protect the newsprint from age and handling.
Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent any damage to the spine or centerfold.
Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
1864 Harpers Weekly, Averill's Raid West Virginia, Army of the Potomac Centerfold, Archbishop John Hughes, CSS Rappahannock Calais, Tennessee River Suck, San Francisco Aquila Wreck, Ironclad Re D Italia, Civil War Cavalry, January 16 1864.
Harper's Weekly 1864 Averill's Raid Jan 16 Army of the Potomac Centerfold
$47.41