Filling Cartridges at the United States Arsenal 1861

This wood engraving, "Filling Cartridges at the United States Arsenal," by Winslow Homer was published in Harper's Weekly in 1861, during the American Civil War. The scene depicts women filling cartridges for rifles, highlighting the important role women played in the war effort. Homer’s illustration is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war, and it is a testament to the courage and resilience of those who served, both on the battlefield and behind the lines.