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A group of men are seen here crossing the Potomac River in blanket boats. These DIY boats were constructed of a single rubber blanket around a wooden frame, capable of carrying a soldier, knapsack, arms, and accoutrements.
Location:
Alexandria, VA, United States
Post Date:
May 8, 2013 11:28 PM
TAG ID:
pubnchpics005931 (RM)
Credit:
Andrew J. Russell / NC History Images/Newscom
Format:
5352 x 4315 Color JPEG
Photographer:
Andrew J. Russell
Keywords:
United States Military Railway Department, CW150, 1861-1865, American Civil War, War Between the States, 1862, 1863, boat, river, waterway, rowing, blanket boat, rubber blanket
Release Status:
No Model Release, No Property Release
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