City Point, Virginia 1861 - 1865

"City Point, Virginia," a photograph taken between 1861 and 1865 by Andrew Joseph Russell, captures a pivotal moment in American history. The image depicts a bustling shipyard, showcasing the construction of a large wooden ship during the American Civil War. Russell, known for his documentation of the war, used the medium of photography to provide a stark and realistic portrayal of this era. This photograph, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the wartime infrastructure and industry, providing valuable insight into the logistics of the conflict.