"Attack On The Insurgents At The Bridge By The Railroad Men" during John Brown Raid, October 1859. The uncovered iron span, known as the "Winchester Span" because it carried the tracks of the Winchester and Potomac Railroad, was erected in 1850-1852. Year: 1859. Image Credit: Historic Photo Collection, Harpers Ferry NHP.

Harpers Ferry NHP Catalog No. hf-0511. You may purchase duplicate copies of this image from the Harpers Ferry Historical Association. Please call 304-535-6881 for more information, or email the Harpers Ferry Historical Association.