Arrest of Secessionists in Washington

Description (Brief):

This image was originally prepared by and printed in the U.S. Civil War era newspaper the "New York Illustrated News" (1859-1864). The image "Arrest of Secessionists in Washington" was published in the June 22, 1861 issue of the paper. The image was "From a Drawing by A. Waud."

Date Made: 18611861, June 221861, Jun 22

Original Artist: Waud, A. R.Maker: Wemmer, N. J.Graphic Artist: Sherman Publishing Company

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United States: New York, New York CityAssociated Place: United States: New York, New York City

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Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: GA.23718.23Catalog Number: GA.23718.23Accession Number: 1973.305359

Object Name: block, printingBlockObject Type: Wood EngravingOther Terms: Block; Wood Engraving

Physical Description: wood (overall material)Measurements: overall: 11.5 cm x 7.6 cm; 4 1/2 in x 3 in

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a6-2e27-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_805173

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