Runaway Slaves

Runaway Slaves Crossing Rappahannock River

You are looking at an exciting picture of Runaway Slaves on the Rappahannock River, Virginia. Fugitive Negroes are shown fording the Rappahannock. (During General Pope's retreat). It was created in 1862 by O'Sullivan, Timothy H., 1840-1882.

The picture presents United States during the Civil War . . . the run to freedom.

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

Image ID# 77592E9B
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:

• 1860s

• Blacks

• Slavery