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Gardner Appomattox Photo

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Gardner Appomattox Photo
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Albumen photo No. 99 from Alexander Gardner's 1866 ''Photographic Sketch Book of the Civil War'' entitled ''McLean's House, Appomattox Court-House,'' taken in April 1865 just after the conditions of surrender were signed by Generals Lee and Grant. With accompanying text from the book, remarking ''The excitement...was unparalleled, officers and men uniting in the most extravagant demonstrations of joy.'' 9'' x 7'' photo is affixed to a 16.5'' x 12.5'' book page; text is on separate page. Moisture rings to margin, not affecting photo. Near fine.