Stone Bridge - Bull Run 1862

"Stone Bridge - Bull Run" (1862) by Mathew B. Brady is a photograph depicting the aftermath of the Battle of Bull Run, a pivotal moment in the American Civil War. Brady, a renowned photographer of the era, captured the devastation of the battlefield, focusing on a destroyed stone bridge. This image, part of his series "Incidents of the War," served as a powerful visual documentation of the conflict, showcasing the physical toll of war on both the landscape and infrastructure. The stark black and white tones and the crumbling bridge emphasize the destructive nature of the battle.