Howitzer Monument (Grove and Park Aves.), Richmond, Va.
Card Text (transcribed from postcard): Unveiled Dec. 13, 1892. Represents a typical artilleryman at position 'Number One.' Organized in Richmond in Nov. 1859, its first service was to assist in defending Virginia during the John Brown 'raid.' Its original armament consisted of mounted, naval or boat howitzers, drawn by cannoneers. Was in the field during the entire war, being dis-banded at Appomattox. At Gettysburg it occupied a position near the 'Peach Orchard.'
Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.
Date Postmarked: 1911
Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.
Reference URL: scholarscompass.vcu.edu/postcard/463
Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards
Howitzer Monument (Grove and Park Aves.), Richmond, Va.
Card Text (transcribed from postcard): Unveiled Dec. 13, 1892. Represents a typical artilleryman at position 'Number One.' Organized in Richmond in Nov. 1859, its first service was to assist in defending Virginia during the John Brown 'raid.' Its original armament consisted of mounted, naval or boat howitzers, drawn by cannoneers. Was in the field during the entire war, being dis-banded at Appomattox. At Gettysburg it occupied a position near the 'Peach Orchard.'
Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.
Date Postmarked: 1911
Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.
Reference URL: scholarscompass.vcu.edu/postcard/463
Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards