The Innis House
by John M Bailey
Title
The Innis House
Artist
John M Bailey
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
The Innis House is located along the Sunken Road in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The Innis House was used as a firing position by Confederate sharp shooters during the Battle of Fredericksburg. The Innis House was a private residence until the 1970's when it was sold to the park and the exterior was restored to its 1862 appearance. Throughout December 13, 1862, nearly 30,000 Union Soldiers marched towards Marye's Heights that day, and towards the Innis House. More than 10,000 Confederate Soldiers lined the road and the heights above. Confederates utilized the Stone Wall along the road for cover. Amazingly, although riddled with bullets, the house survived the battle and the Civil War.
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September 4th, 2013
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Comments (33)
Kandy Hurley
Beautifully composed John and thanks for including the history. I always like to know a bit about what I'm seeing!
Cynthia Wolfe
Beautiful capture and I always love the back story...Without it, it's just a house. You made it come to life. Awesome! l/F
Wes Iversen
Great light and POV, and a very distinctive looking house, John! Really interesting history too! L/F
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