Aiken's Landing, Va. Steamer New York Waiting For Exchange Of Prisoners (U.S. Civil War) White Coffee Mug

"Aiken's Landing, Va. Steamer New York Waiting for Exchange of Prisoners (U.S. Civil War)" This title refers to a specific event during the United States Civil War that took place at Aiken's Landing, Virginia. The image depicts the steamer "New York" waiting to exchange prisoners, a common practice in warfare where captured soldiers were exchanged to maintain balance in the armed forces. The event underscores the complexities and challenges of wartime negotiations, particularly during the U.S. Civil War. This particular instance serves as a historical snapshot of the logistical aspects of prisoner exchange during this period.