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RARE CDV – GENERAL EDWIN HENRY STOUGHTON CAVALRY

RARE CDV – GENERAL EDWIN HENRY STOUGHTON

On September 25, 1861 he entered the Volunteer service, being appointed Colonel and commander of the 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry. He led his unit in the Spring 1862 Peninsular Campaign,… (2025-1063). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL BAYARD, WITH HANDWRITTEN SOLDIER’S INSCRIPTION, 1st MD CAVALRY (US)

CDV – GENERAL BAYARD, WITH HANDWRITTEN SOLDIER’S INSCRIPTION, 1st MD CAVALRY (US)

General Bayard had a stellar but brief military career – ending with his mortal wounding at Fredericksburg. The image is mounted to a typical card with gold bordering and is labeled “Gen.… (2025-1058). Learn More »

CDV – LT. CHARLES BROCKWAY, 47th NEW YORK INFANTRY – GIFTED, SIGNED, AND DATED, 1862, SC

CDV – LT. CHARLES BROCKWAY, 47th NEW YORK INFANTRY – GIFTED, SIGNED, AND DATED, 1862, SC

Charles enlisted at age 23 in New York City on 12/19/1861 as a 1st Lieutenant. By 4/9/1862, he was commissioned into "G" Co. New York 47th Infantry. He served honorably until his discharge on… (2025-1101). Learn More »

CDV – CALIFORNIAN LT. GEORGE WILSON, 5th MASS. CAVALRY

CDV – CALIFORNIAN LT. GEORGE WILSON, 5th MASS. CAVALRY

George’s residence was listed as San Francisco, CA when he enlisted on 2/20/1863 as a 22-year-old Sergeant. On 5/10/1863, he mustered into Company F of the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry.  He was… (2025-1050). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL JUDSON KILPATRICK

CDV – GENERAL JUDSON KILPATRICK

While recognized for his adept handling of logistics, he was famously derided by those who served under him as a needlessly aggressive and reckless commander – often at the unnecessary expense of… (2025-903). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL BRADLEY TYLER JOHNSON

CDV – GENERAL BRADLEY TYLER JOHNSON

General Johnson made quite the name for himself during the early phases of the war, equipping a company of Maryland CS volunteers from his own pocket.  Later, the group would become the nucleus of… (2025-1080). Learn More »

SILVER PRINT PHOTOGRAPH OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL SETH BARTON

SILVER PRINT PHOTOGRAPH OF CONFEDERATE GENERAL SETH BARTON

Here we have a 5 x 7-inch mounted silver print of Confederate General Seth Barton. Barton attended West Point and eventually resigned his commission to join the Confederate Army at the outbreak of the… (1189-151). Learn More »

UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE BRIGADIER GENERAL JAMES JAY ARCHER

UNMOUNTED SILVER PRINT OF CONFEDERATE BRIGADIER GENERAL JAMES JAY ARCHER

This photograph measures approximately 5.5 inches by just under 4 inches and features a well-known view of General Archer, a Maryland born lawyer turned career soldier, famously captured on Day 1 at… (1189-150). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL NATHANIEL BANKS

CDV – GENERAL NATHANIEL BANKS

General Banks was one of the most adept political operators of the war, using his extensive network to secure a general’s commission.  His lack of experience led to mixed results and outright… (2025-1077). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL DON CARLOS BUELL

CDV – GENERAL DON CARLOS BUELL

For a time, Don Carlos Buell was a titan of the Western Theater, but ultimately deemed too cautious for the needs of the higher command and relieved in late 1862. This CDV is in excellent condition,… (2025-1021). Learn More »

RARE CDV – GENERAL FRANCIS J. HERRON

RARE CDV – GENERAL FRANCIS J. HERRON

The Civil War saw many common men elevated to the status of hero, and Francis Jay Herron was one of these men. Herron would rise from his position of bank clerk before the war, to a Major General and… (2025-1013). Learn More »

CDV OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN

CDV OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN

This more uncommonly seen style of Lincoln Carte-de-Visite is a period image of a pre-existing lithograph or engraving of the President. The image is mounted to a card with a light blue lined border… (2025-1053). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL JOHN F. REYNOLDS

CDV – GENERAL JOHN F. REYNOLDS

This Carte-de-Visite features a vignette bust view General John Reynolds.  The image is in excellent condition with no damage, and mounted to a typical card with gold line bordering.  The edges of… (2025-1096). Learn More »

$550.00
ON HOLD

CDV – GENERAL GOUVERNEUR WARREN

CDV – GENERAL GOUVERNEUR WARREN

This Carte-de-Visite features a seated view of General Warren against a plain backdrop.  The image is in excellent condition, mounted to a typical card with gold line bordering along the edges of the… (2025-1064). Learn More »

CDV – GENERAL GEORGE H. THOMAS

CDV – GENERAL GEORGE H. THOMAS

This Carte-de-Visite image features a seated view of the famed General Thomas – known for his string of commendable performances as a commander in the Western Theater of the Civil War.  The image… (2025-1061). Learn More »

CDV PHOTO – J. W. HAMBLETON, MAJOR, 15th TENNESSEE

CDV PHOTO – J. W. HAMBLETON, MAJOR, 15th TENNESSEE

John W. Hambleton enlisted on 6/1/1861 as a Major, and was commissioned into Field & Staff Tennessee 15th Infantry. 15th Infantry Regiment was organized at Jackson, Tennessee, in June, 1861 and in… (2025-1032). Learn More »

$750.00
ON HOLD

CDV PHOTOGRAPH – GENERAL WINFIELD HANCOCK

CDV PHOTOGRAPH – GENERAL WINFIELD HANCOCK

This rare Carte-de-Visite of General Winfield “The Superb” Hancock offers a seated view of the man against a plain backdrop.  The image is mounted to a typical card with a double gold border… (2025-1016). Learn More »

$225.00
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CDV PHOTO – GENERAL JESSE LEE RENO

CDV PHOTO – GENERAL JESSE LEE RENO

Originally from Wheeling, (West) Virginia, Jesse Reno would achieve notoriety as an effective and dependable field commander.  He rose to the command of a Corps in the Army of the Potomac before… (2025-1006). Learn More »

$95.00
SOLD

CARTE-DE-VISITE – GENERAL GEORGE CUSTER

CARTE-DE-VISITE – GENERAL GEORGE CUSTER

This rare CDV features a bust portrait of George Custer, very likely circa 1865. The condition is quite good, with only minor gluing bleed through from the mounting card to the photo and minimal… (2025-828). Learn More »

CDV – LT. WALTER DICKSON – 144th NEW YORK

CDV – LT. WALTER DICKSON – 144th NEW YORK

This CDV features a standing Walter Dickson, who enlisted on 8/26/1862 at age 26 in Middletown as a Sergeant.  He promoted to 1st Sergeant on 1/1/1864 and 2nd Lieutenant on 12/21/1864.  He mustered… (2025-1111). Learn More »


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BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

Carroll was a fighting general who acquired several nicknames from his red hair along with three wounds and a number of promotions and brevets for his service on the battlefield. He received several brevets for actions in individual battles: major… (2020-894). Learn More »

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