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Petersburg, Va. Earthworks In Front Of The Town (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

Petersburg, Va. Earthworks In Front Of The Town (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

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Petersburg, Va. Earthworks In Front Of The Town (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

A black-and-white stereo photograph from the 1860s records the earthworks that guarded Petersburg, Virginia, with dugouts, log stacks and a soldier standing among the sandy ground.

Visual Elements & Composition

Pale sand grey covers most of the ground, with light grey sky above and charcoal and black in the shadowed dugouts. The view runs as a wide horizontal panorama, built from two side-by-side views. Earthen shelters with log roofs sit low in the frame, while wooden stakes, fence posts and stacked logs cut across the foreground. A standing soldier beside a barrel gives the scale of the works.

Meaning & Symbolism

The earthworks were raised during the Siege of Petersburg, from June 1864 to April 1865, to protect a town that linked Richmond to the railroads supplying Lee's army. Packed earth, trenches and parapets were built to shield men from rifle and artillery fire, and the lines foreshadowed the trench warfare of the First World War. Union and Confederate forces fought along these lines, including at the Battle of the Crater on 30 July 1864, when a mine was exploded beneath the Confederate positions.

Turning the Ground Over

A tall, curved pint glass suits a long horizontal view, with the stakes and dugouts sweeping around its body. Held close while drinking, the scene reads like the ground a soldier would have studied from behind his own earthen cover, a reminder of how much work the defence took.

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Clear 16 oz (≈0.47 L) pint glasses made from solid glass with a heavy base for steady placement. Narrower at the bottom for an easier grip and balanced feel — durable, dishwasher-safe, and ideal for both serving and mixing.

These pints are crafted from 100% clear glass that showcases the drink inside — color, clarity and carbonation are all visible. A heavier, solid base reduces tipping and gives the glass a satisfying weight in the hand while the gently tapered body makes holding and carrying more comfortable.

Built to last, the construction resists chipping under normal use and is suitable for busy service environments as well as retail display. One-sided print work reads bright against the clear surface; the overall aesthetic is clean and modern.

  • Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and gloss.
  • Capacity: 16 oz (standard U.S. pint / ≈0.47 L).
  • Base: heavy solid glass base reduces tipping and improves balance.
  • Shape: narrower bottom for a comfortable grip and easier carrying.
  • Durability: dishwasher-safe and built for regular use.

Use these glasses for draft pours, mixed drinks, iced beverages and more. Their clear walls show off color and bubbles, which makes them a great choice for menus, tasting flights, and bars where presentation matters.

  1. Serving: ideal for beers, sodas, iced teas and cocktails served cold.
  2. Mixing: also works as a simple mixing glass for shaken or stirred cocktails in casual settings.
  3. Display: clean silhouette fits behind bars, on shelves, or on retail racks.

Quick tip: because the base is heavier, these glasses feel stable on trays and counters — handy when serving multiple drinks at once.

These glasses are dishwasher-safe; place them on the top rack and use a regular household cycle. For best longevity, avoid stacking them tightly and steer clear of high-heat commercial wash cycles when possible.

Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap when you want to preserve maximum clarity and avoid sudden temperature shocks. Handle by the body, not just the rim, to reduce the chance of accidental chipping.

One size: 16 oz (≈0.47 L). Below are product dimensions to help with shelving, storage, and packaging choices.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

16 oz
Height (in) 5.90
Rim diameter (in) 3.40
Bottom diameter (in) 2.30

Note: dimensions are nominal — small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise fitment or stacking is required.