This photograph of Helena, Arkansas shows "Southern burying ground along ridge & back in woods beyond hospital," and "General Hospital at Helena Ark. 1863-64--a big residence on slope of hill next to town," according to Captain Thomas Abel, 56th U.S. Colored Infantry, who was assigned to garrison duties in the city after the battle.
Abel's photo album contains several views of Helena.
Image Courtesy Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield; WICR 30785-P
