Richmond, Virginia - Battle of Chickahominy River, June 29, 1862
Richmond, Virginia - Battle of Chickahominy River, June 29, 1862
Experience the climactic battle that saved the Confederate capital with this dramatic bird's eye view showing the Battle of Chickahominy River on June 29, 1862. Created by Civil War artist Charles Magnus, this detailed perspective captures the "seat of war around Richmond" during the Seven Days Battles—the week of desperate fighting when Robert E. Lee's army drove back McClellan's massive Union force that had reached the outskirts of Richmond.
The Battle for Richmond
This remarkable bird's eye view reveals the tactical situation around Richmond during one of the Civil War's most critical moments. The map shows the Chickahominy River winding through the landscape as Union and Confederate forces clashed along its banks on June 29, 1862—the sixth day of Lee's counteroffensive to save the Confederate capital. The view captures Richmond in the background with the surrounding battlefield terrain in the foreground, showing the troop positions, key geographic features, and the network of roads and rivers that shaped the fighting. McClellan's Army of the Potomac, over 100,000 strong, had advanced to within sight of Richmond's church spires before Lee's aggressive attacks forced a retreat toward the James River. The Chickahominy River battles formed part of the Seven Days campaign that would establish Lee's reputation and keep Richmond safe for nearly three more years.
Historical Significance
The Battle of Chickahominy River on June 29, 1862 came during the Seven Days Battles (June 25-July 1, 1862)—the week of nearly continuous combat that determined Richmond's fate. General George McClellan's Peninsula Campaign had brought a massive Union army by sea to the Virginia Peninsula, advancing slowly but steadily toward the Confederate capital. With Richmond under immediate threat, newly-appointed commander Robert E. Lee launched a series of aggressive counterattacks that, despite heavy Confederate casualties, pushed McClellan's army away from the capital. The fighting along the Chickahominy River on June 29th was part of this larger campaign that saved Richmond and transformed the war's momentum. Lee's aggressive tactics established him as the Confederacy's preeminent general, while McClellan's retreat despite superior numbers damaged his reputation permanently. This bird's eye view preserves a crucial moment when Richmond's survival hung in the balance.
Museum-Quality Reproduction
This is a high-quality reproduction of the original 1862 bird's eye view, professionally printed using museum-grade methods and materials to preserve every detail of Charles Magnus's battlefield perspective.
Perfect For:
- Civil War enthusiasts and Richmond residents
- Students of Robert E. Lee and the Peninsula Campaign
- Military history collectors interested in tactical maps
- Anyone passionate about the Seven Days Battles
- Gift-giving for history buffs and Virginia natives
Specifications:
- Original Publication: 1862
- Title: Bird's eye view of the seat of war around Richmond showing the Battle of Chickahominy River, 29 June 1862
- Creator: Charles Magnus
- Style: Bird's eye battlefield perspective view
- Historical Context: Seven Days Battles, Peninsula Campaign
- Features: Chickahominy River, Richmond in background, troop positions, battlefield terrain
- Product Type: High-Quality Reproduction Print
Dimensions (Width x Height): 28.2 x 20
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