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Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) Scene on the Rapidan [River]. [1861-1865 ca.]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.01.0293 Author/Creator: Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Photograph Date: 1861-1865 ca. Pagination: 1 photograph 33.7 x 22.2 cm Order a Copy

Title taken from text adhered to mount. View of two men standing along side the river. Photograph taken from woods so that both the men and the river is viewed through the trees. Pencil notation on inside of mat T1984.301.

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