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Frederick County 275th: "The Vast Void of a Famous Photo": Three Confederate Prisoners at Gettysburg

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An iconic and historic image of 3 Confederate prisoners, photographed on the aftermath of the Gettysburg Battle by famous photographers Mathew Brady & his Associates, has in recent decades appeared in thousands of diverse publications.

The many mysteries surrounding this famous image has created an almost insurmountable void. In this "history mystery" presentation, investigative researcher Paul Bolcik attempts to find the answers. Bolcik explores possible medical connotations related to Brady's timely image.