Inspection of Troops at Cumberland Landing, Pamunkey, Virginia 1862

"Inspection of Troops at Cumberland Landing, Pamunkey, Virginia," is a photograph taken by the photographic team of Wood and Gibson in 1862 during the American Civil War. The image showcases a regiment of Union soldiers gathered in a camp, with a focus on a wagon in the foreground. The composition captures the chaotic yet organized nature of camp life during wartime, with the troops standing in formation, horses and wagons in the background, and tools scattered in the foreground. This intimate snapshot offers a glimpse into the daily lives of soldiers during a significant conflict in American history.