Name/Title
Laundry Day in Union CampEntry/Object ID
1998.10.0074Tags
Civil WarDescription
Black and white photograph depicting Union soldiers in camp doing laundry in large wooden tubs. The two conical chimneys were used for heat. his photograph depicts a Civil War Union soldiers' camp, often attributed to photographer Mathew Brady or his assistants.The image shows various military tents, including conical and wedge tents, alongside makeshift structures.Soldiers are shown engaged in daily activities, such as laundry and resting near their quarters.Specific details include prominent chimneys, possibly from log huts, and soldiers holding equipment.Collection
Photograph CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Brady, MathewRole
PhotographerDate made
circa 1861 - circa 1865Time Period
19th CenturyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Photograph, Black-and-WhiteNomenclature Primary Object Term
PhotographNomenclature Sub-Class
Graphic DocumentsNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryOverall Condition
Excellent