HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, AUGUST 22, 1863 [JOHN BURNS, GETTYSBURG]

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Vol. VII—No. 347. 16 pp. [529-544], four columns, numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features portrait of “John Burns, The Only Man in Gettysburg, PA, Who Fought At the Battle”, made from the famous Brady photo; accompanied by sketch of the “Residence of John Burns, At Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.” Also a poem, “The Stolen Stars”, by Union General Lew Wallace. Interior illustrations include a striking double-page montage of various Gettysburg scenes, and portrait sketches of Gettysburg cavalry commanders, such as John Buford and Judson Kilpatrick. Stunning rear cover of Gettysburg wounded, amputee Confederates mocking Jefferson Davis.

In overall very fine condition – minor edge chipping, some light age yellowing.  A nice Gettysburg collectible. In protective sleeve.     [JP/ld]

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