Columbiad

Columbiad

You are looking at a beautiful picture of Fort Monroe, Virginia. The "Lincoln Gun," a 15-inch Rodman Columbiad. It was created in 1864.

The picture presents the Federal Navy, and seaborne expeditions against the Atlantic Coast of the Confederacy -- specifically of Fort Monroe, Va.

We have created this collection of illustrations primarily to serve as a valuable educational tool. Contact curator@old-picture.com.

Image ID# BAD6C906
Ref: loc/Civil War Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Civil War

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Artillery

• Forts

• Virginia