To accurately determine when a specific poster was most likely used, I would need more context about the content of the poster, such as its themes, graphics, or any text it contains that relates to historical events. However, based on the general timeline of the American Civil War, we can provide some insights:
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1860: This was a year leading up to the Civil War, with tensions rising and various political movements gaining momentum. Posters from this time might focus on rallying support or expressing political opinions.
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1861: This year marked the beginning of the Civil War (April 1861), and posters created at this time would likely reflect themes of enlistment, patriotism, and the call to arms.
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After 1862: By this time, the war had been going on for over a year, and the context of posters could have shifted to themes like recruitment, support for troops, or propaganda reflecting the war’s progress and challenges.
If you can provide more specific information about the poster, such as what it depicts or states, I can help you better pinpoint when it might have been used.