A good photo of General Logan in uniform. Three-quarter seated view. He is seen with regulation double-breasted frock with shoulder straps, and a slouch or Hardee hat partially visible in his lap. Good clarity with slightly light contrast. Typical ruled mount that shows no damage. Gurney & Son imprint at bottom. More elaborate Gurney graphic on back. Very nice.

John Alexander Logan (February 9, 1826 – December 26, 1886) was an American soldier and politician. He served in the Mexican–American War and was a general in the Union Army in the Civil War. He served the state of Illinois as a state Representative, a U.S. Representative, and a U.S. Senator and was an unsuccessful candidate for Vice President of the United States as James G. Blaine's running mate in the election of 1884. As the 3rd Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, he is regarded as the most important figure in the movement to recognize Memorial Day (originally known as Decoration Day) as an official holiday.

Logan was known by his soldiers as "Black Jack" because of his black eyes and hair and swarthy complexion, and was regarded as one of the most able officers to enter the army from civilian life. In a time when political generals usually performed poorly in battle, Logan was an exception.  [jet]  [ph:L]

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