Bombardment and capture of Fort Hindman, Arkansas Post, Ark. Jany 11th 1863 1863

This chromolithograph print by Currier and Ives, created in 1863, depicts the Union naval bombardment of Fort Hindman, Arkansas in January 1863. The print shows a fierce battle between the Union gunboats, a powerful force in the Civil War, and the Confederate forces defending Fort Hindman. The scene is filled with smoke and fire, highlighting the intensity of the conflict. This artwork, a prime example of the popular genre of Civil War art, captures the drama and violence of the conflict, providing a visual representation of the war's impact.