New York Daily Tribune, May 12, 1862

This front page image illustrates the importance of maps of space and resources (including railroads) to readers of Civil War-era newspapers. Note the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac Railroad running up the center of the larger map; a number of other rail lines criss-cross the map.

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Front page, New York Daily Tribune, May 12, 1862

About this Document

  • Source: New York Daily Tribune
  • Published: New York
  • Date: May 12, 1862