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Ponton [i.e. pontoon] bridges at "Franklins crossing" 2-1/2 miles below Fredericksburg, Virginia, laid April 29th 1863 - from plain above river bottom Bridges were laid here in Decr. 1862 & in April & June 1862 [i.e. 1863].
Summary
Photograph shows two pontoon bridges at Franklin's Crossing with soldiers and horses and an encampment on the opposite side of the Rappannock River.
Accession box no. DLC/PP-1974:175
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Date
01/01/1863
Contributors
Russell, Andrew J., photographer
Location
Virginia, 3.85111, -75.64278
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
No known restrictions on publication.
