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Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) "Bridge destroyed by the Rebels in July 2d."

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03029.05 Author/Creator: Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) Place Written: [Gettysburg, Pa.] Type: Photograph Date: [1863] Pagination: Full stereo, 9.4 x 22.8 cm. Unmounted. Order a Copy

Image of bridge at Hanover Junction prior to destruction by Confederates, with men visible atop bridge, and railroad tracks in foreground.

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Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896

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