Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) Coal Wharf, Alexandria, Va. [view 2 -- left side of wharf]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.01.0298 Author/Creator: Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) Place Written: Alexandria, Virginia Type: Photograph Date: 1861-1865 ca. Pagination: 1 photograph 24.8 x 19.7 cm Order a Copy
View showing the left side of the wharf. Steamboat "South America" visible in center of the image. Carts are lined up near the buildings. Tents visible on the left hand side of the image.
Note: This photograph, although very similar to GLC 5111.01.0297, was taken at a different time. The small white structure with the sign situated between the two delapidated wooden structures which is present in .0297, is absent in this image [.0298].
See GLC 5111.01.0297
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