[Private James P. Bonnet and Unidentified Members of the 22nd New York State Militia in their Tent Camp, Near Harper's Ferry, Virginia] 1862

This 1862 photograph, taken by Mathew Brady, depicts a group of Union soldiers from the 22nd New York State Militia in their camp near Harper's Ferry, Virginia. The soldiers are relaxed in front of their tents, giving a glimpse into the everyday life of soldiers during the American Civil War. Brady was a renowned photographer who documented the war extensively, capturing both the horrors and the moments of normalcy. His work, such as this image, provides valuable historical insight into the lives of soldiers and the conditions they endured.