Ruins at Manassas Junction 1862

"Ruins at Manassas Junction" (1862) by Barnard & Gibson is a poignant photograph that captures the devastation of the American Civil War. The image shows the wreckage of a train depot, the remnants of destroyed rail lines and a locomotive, and three soldiers standing among the debris. This photo, a part of a larger collection of war photographs, serves as a powerful reminder of the destructive consequences of war and the sacrifices made by the soldiers and civilians who endured it. The photo is held in The Art Institute of Chicago.