Scene of Gen. McPhersons Death 1864 - 1866

This stark, photographic print, titled "Scene of Gen. McPhersons Death," depicts the spot where Union General James McPherson was killed in action by Confederate forces during the Atlanta Campaign of the American Civil War. Taken from nature by renowned photographer George N. Barnard, the image focuses on a dense forest setting with two trees dominating the foreground. The somber tone of the image reinforces the tragedy of McPherson's death, a significant loss for the Union army. This poignant photograph, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, serves as a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of the Civil War.