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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861 (c1880)
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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861 (c1880)
Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861 (c1880). Davis was named Provisional President of the Confederate States of America by a Constitutional convention in Montgomery, Alabama, on 9th February 1861. He was inaugurated on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol nine days later. A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume III, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880
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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861 (c1880) - A Historic Moment in the Confederacy
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. This print captures a significant moment in American history - the inauguration of Jefferson Davis as the Provisional President of the Confederate States of America. The scene unfolds on a grand scale, with Davis standing tall on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol, surrounded by an eager crowd that stretches into the distance. The architectural features of this magnificent building are showcased beautifully in this engraving. The portico with its towering columns adds a sense of grandeur to the occasion, while the cupola and dome rise above it all as symbols of power and authority. People from all walks of life have gathered to witness this historic event; their faces filled with anticipation and curiosity. As we delve into this nineteenth-century snapshot, we can almost hear whispers among those present - some listening intently to Davis's inaugural address while others engage in animated conversations about what lies ahead for their country. This image encapsulates both hope and uncertainty during a time when tensions were mounting between North and South. Through this print, we are transported back to Montgomery, Alabama in 1861 - a pivotal moment that would shape not only Jefferson Davis's presidency but also ignite one of America's bloodiest conflicts: The American Civil War. It serves as a poignant reminder of how historical events can be frozen in time through artistry and documentation.
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