Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 4 1864

"Rebel Works in Front of Atlanta, GA, No. 4," a photo by George N. Barnard, captures a scene from the American Civil War. Taken in 1864, the image depicts Confederate fortifications outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Barnard, a renowned photographer, documented the war's impact, focusing on battlefields and the lives of soldiers. The photograph showcases a pair of cannons positioned within a trench, a testament to the conflict's destructive nature. The presence of a soldier on the embankment further emphasizes the scene's wartime context. This image offers a glimpse into the physical landscape and the human toll of the Civil War, serving as a poignant reminder of its historical significance.