Alexandria, Virginia. Slave Pen. Interior View 002 (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

'Alexandria, Virginia. Slave Pen. Interior View 002 (U.S. Civil War)' This title refers to a historical photograph, taken during the U.S. Civil War, depicting the interior view of a slave pen in Alexandria, Virginia. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the institution of slavery and its role within the societal context of 19th-century America. The specific location and timing of the photograph are significant, reflecting the tumultuous period leading up to and during the Civil War, which aimed to abolish slavery nationwide. The image's inclusion of a slave pen highlights the everyday reality of the inhumanity associated with this divisive practice.