30+ Rare and Fascinating Photos from the American Civil War

#6: Civil War Laundress

Life as a Civil War Laundress, often African-American or impoverished, was tough. They tirelessly cleaned hundreds of soldiers’ uniforms without modern conveniences, a smelly and daunting task demanding immense effort.

A captivating image shows Laundress and her children amidst soldiers. Before battles, she faced the immense challenge of preparing the men’s uniforms, a testament to her resilience and the harsh realities of camp life.