25 December 1863
Fowx, Egbert Guy, 1821-1891
Photograph
Title: 44 Newyork Encampment Christmas Night
A print of a photograph of the encampment of the 44th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment on December 25th, 1863, while wintering at Brandy Station, VA. Title taken from inscription on recto. Snow covers much of the ground. To the left are the officers A-framed tents, the enlisted mens dog-tents in the center, and "Sibley" tents for officers or quatermasters on the left. The 44th New York was also called the "Ellsworth Avengers." Also written on front is "5024," "Vol. IX," and "Fowx." On rear is "1 pool 50%," "IX," "147," and "19." Also stamped is "Art Department, The Century Co., 33 East…
GLC05111.01.0079