Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper
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Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper was a prominent American weekly publication founded in 1855 by Frank Leslie, a British-born illustrator and journalist who had moved to the U.S. in 1848. The newspaper was known for its extensive use of illustrations, a format that had proven successful with publications like the Illustrated London News.12
Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper provided a significant pictorial record of events, particularly during the Civil War, where it employed numerous correspondents at the front. Its circulation grew substantially, especially when covering sensational events. After Frank Leslie's death, his second wife, Miriam Florence Leslie, continued the business and legally adopted his name, demonstrating her commitment to his legacy. The publication eventually ceased in 1922.12
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