Fort Brown, Texas; Fort Lancaster, Texas; The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas

Cartographer / Artist: Unidentified "Government Draughtsman"; published by *Harper's Weekly*

Date Created: 1861

Medium: Wood engraving

Physical Dimensions: 11.0 × 15.5 in (27.9 × 39.4 cm)

Geographic Scope: Texas, United States

Archive Catalog ID: 1535

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Texas

Published on March 23, 1861, this iconic folio page from *Harper's Weekly* illustrates three key Texas military and historic posts—Fort Brown, Fort Lancaster, and the Alamo—at the onset of the American Civil War following General Twiggs's surrender.

Condition: Light overall age. toning. Minor edge wear and light fraying on the right margin. Small penciled number "1535" in upper right margin. Strong, clear impression throughout

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Fort Brown, Texas; Fort Lancaster, Texas; The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas

By Unidentified "Government Draughtsman"; published by *Harper's Weekly*

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period 1861 Wood engraving by Unidentified "Government Draughtsman"; published by *Harper's Weekly* documenting Texas, United States. Measures 11.0 × 15.5 in (27.9 × 39.4 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$75
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Wood engraving
Sheet / Plate Size
11.0 × 15.5 in (27.9 × 39.4 cm)
Date / Era
1861
Geographic Scope
Texas, United States
Archive Catalog ID
1535
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light overall age
  • toning
  • Minor edge wear and light fraying on the right margin
  • Small penciled number "1535" in upper right margin
  • Strong, clear impression throughout

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

Published on March 23, 1861, this iconic folio page from *Harper's Weekly* illustrates three key Texas military and historic posts—Fort Brown, Fort Lancaster, and the Alamo—at the onset of the American Civil War following General Twiggs's surrender.

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