Ruins in Donaldsonville, Louisiana

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Title

Ruins in Donaldsonville, Louisiana

Subject

American Civil War (1861-1865)
Louisiana--Donaldsonville
Ruins, Modern

Description

This view of Donaldsonville, Louisiana in June 1863 shows destroyed houses and damaged trees. The First Battle of Donaldsonville took place on August 9, 1862, and the Second Battle of Donaldsonville occurred on June 28, 1863. During the Second Battle of Donaldsonville, the Confederate forces unsuccessfully attempted to capture Fort Butler, a Union garrison.

Creator

McPherson & Oliver

Publisher

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Date

1863-XX-XX

Format

jpg

Language

eng

Identifier

404520
Augur Collection

Original Format

carte de visite
b&w
1

Physical Dimensions

6.25 x 10.25 cm