File:The Burning Shenandoah 1864.jpg
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Sheridan's forces began a campaign on September 26, 1864, to destroy supplies, livestock and food meant for Confederate armies in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
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English: During the American Civil War, the Shenandoah Valley was a major source of food and supplies for the Confederate Army. Beginning September 26, 1864, and lasting for 13 days, Union forces under the command of Major General Philip Sheridan burned supplies, livestock, food, and agricultural infrastructure that could be used by the Confederate Army. A major portion of the burning was conducted between Harrisonburg and Staunton and Waynesboro. |
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| Source | This file came from the US Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Online Catalog here. It is named Shenandoah Valley, Sept. 1864. The LOC Rights Advisory says "No known restrictions on publication." |
| Author | Alfred R. Waud (1828-1891) |
Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
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This work is in the public domain in its country of origin and other countries and areas where the copyright term is the author's life plus 70 years or fewer. This work is in the public domain in the United States because it was published (or registered with the U.S. Copyright Office) before January 1, 1929. |
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