C. 1862 Original Civil War Stereoview Union Forces Upton’s Hill Virginia for Sale

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C. 1862 Original Civil War Stereoview Union Forces Upton’s Hill Virginia For Sale

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C. 1862 Original Civil War Stereoview Union Forces Upton’s Hill Virginia:
$600.00

Rare stereoview of Union troops drilling and practicing a firing line on Upton’s Hill in Arlington Country, Virginia. Approximately 3.25” x 6.5”.
In good condition, with light rubbing and wear along edges and corner of board. Images remain easy to view, with the right-hand image noticeably darker than the left. Markings and stamping at rear. General age-related toning to board, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing.
A scarce stereoview of Upton’s Hill. A strategic landmark during the Civil War in a deeply divided neighborhood concerning secession, it was occupied by Union forces in September of 1861, who established a command post and fortifications. The area also served as the inspiration forThe Battle Hymn of the Republic, having been visited by Julia Ward Howe in November of 1861. After seeing the fortifications and what would later be written as the “hundred circling camps,” Howe and her party encountered soldiers singingJohn Brown’s Body, leading to one of the travelers to express that they wished the song had different lyrics. Howe quickly came up with them, and had the first draft of the song written down by the next