A Powerful Message in Black and White: The 1863 “Progress of the Union Armies” Broadside
Dec 27, 2024
In the summer of 1863, an anonymous publisher in New York created what would become one of the most striking pieces of Civil War propaganda. The large broadside, measuring 22½ by 17 inches, featured a dramatic map showing Union territorial gains against the Confederacy. Today, this rare artifact provides fascinating insights into how the North presented its military successes to the public.
