Pontoon Bridge Across the Potomac, Berlin, October 1862 1862

"Pontoon Bridge Across the Potomac, Berlin, October 1862" is a photograph taken by Alexander Gardner in 1862 during the American Civil War. The image depicts a pontoon bridge spanning the Potomac River, a strategic crossing point for Union forces. Gardner, a renowned photographer of the era, captured the scene with a clear and detailed approach, highlighting the bridge's construction and the surrounding landscape. The photo, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the logistical challenges and engineering feats faced during the war.