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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861
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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861
Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861. After announcing the secession of Mississippi from the Union (the second state to do so after South Carolina) in January 1861, Jefferson Davis (1808-1889) resigned from the US Senate. He was named provisional President of the Confederate States of America by a constitutional convention, and was inaugurated at the Alabama State Capitol in Mongtomery on 18 February 1861
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Alabama Confederacy Confederate States Of America Davis Inauguration Jefferson Jefferson Davis Montgomery Political Act Political Event President State Capitol Ann Ronan Pictures Wood Engraving
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Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861. This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion when Jefferson Davis took oath as the provisional President of the Confederate States of America. After Mississippi's secession from the Union in January 1861, Davis resigned from his position in the US Senate and assumed leadership over a divided nation. The image showcases an impressive architectural backdrop - the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery. The grand columns stand tall and proud, symbolizing strength and authority. A large crowd has gathered to witness this significant political event that would shape American history for years to come. In black and white tones, this wood engraving transports us back to a pivotal moment in time during the 19th century. The print highlights not only Davis himself but also emphasizes the unity and determination of those who supported him. This photograph serves as a reminder of a deeply divided country torn apart by conflicting ideologies on issues such as states' rights and slavery. It encapsulates both hope for a new beginning under Confederate rule while also foreshadowing the immense challenges that lay ahead. As we reflect upon this image today, it prompts us to ponder how our past continues to influence our present and future. It stands as a testament to human resilience amidst turbulent times.
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