Alexandria, Virginia. Slave Pen. Interior View 002 (U.S. Civil War) Tumbler 20oz

Alexandria, Virginia. Slave Pen. Interior View 002 (U.S. Civil War) This photograph, taken during the U.S. Civil War era, provides an interior view of a slave pen located in Alexandria, Virginia. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the institution of slavery and its role in American history. The structure housed enslaved individuals before they were transported to other locations, often for forced labor or sale. This particular image offers insight into the living conditions experienced by many during this tumultuous period of American history. The photograph is a valuable historical artifact that underscores the harsh realities and injustices endured by enslaved people during the antebellum era.