Keywords: vcu libraries vculibraries vcu digital collections vcudigitalcollections outdoor Description: This institution was established in 1838 and is situated on an eminence overlooking the valley of Shockoe Creek. The main building is a rare example of the ancient Egyptian order of architecture, and has attracted much attention. Recognizing the great need of surgeons for armies in the field, its course were continued without interruption during the whole of the Civil War. In January, 1913, the Univ. College of Medicine was merged with this institution, and by this consolidation, Richmond become possessed the largest and best equipped medical college in the South. Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va. Date Postmarked: 1912 Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested. Reference URL: dig.library.vcu.edu/u?/postcard,513 Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards Description: This institution was established in 1838 and is situated on an eminence overlooking the valley of Shockoe Creek. The main building is a rare example of the ancient Egyptian order of architecture, and has attracted much attention. Recognizing the great need of surgeons for armies in the field, its course were continued without interruption during the whole of the Civil War. In January, 1913, the Univ. College of Medicine was merged with this institution, and by this consolidation, Richmond become possessed the largest and best equipped medical college in the South. Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va. Date Postmarked: 1912 Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested. Reference URL: dig.library.vcu.edu/u?/postcard,513 Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards |