Thanksgiving in Camp (from "Harper's Weekly," Vol. VII) 1862

Winslow Homer's "Thanksgiving in Camp" (1862) depicts a group of Union soldiers celebrating Thanksgiving in a makeshift camp during the American Civil War. The scene is characterized by a sense of camaraderie and resilience, as the soldiers gather around a makeshift table to share a meal. The use of woodcut printing in black and white creates a sense of realism and captures the harsh realities of wartime life. The image was originally published in "Harper's Weekly," a popular illustrated magazine, and provides a glimpse into the daily lives of Union soldiers during the Civil War.