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circa 1861-1865

J. Gurney & Son, fl. 1860-1874

Photograph

Title: Carte de visite Captain George L. Hartsuff and Brigadier General A.A.G., bust portrait facing forward

Rank insignia obscured by vignette. Ink inscription on verso "George L. Hartsuff. Capt. & A.A.G. Brig. Gen. U.S.V., Ap'l. 15, 1862; Maj. Gen. U.S.V., Nov. 29, 1862. Bv't Maj. Gen. U.S.A., Mch 13, 1865." "35:246:977." Photographers imprint on verso: "Photographic Artists J. Gurney & Son, 707 Broadway New York."

GLC05111.02.0458

circa 1861-1865

J. Gurney & Son, fl. 1860-1874

Photograph

Title: As admiral, standing 3/4 length portrait with hat in right hand

Graphite inscription on verso "Presented by Admiral Bailey." Photographers imprint on verso: "J. Gurney & Son, 707 Broadway, N.Y. Photographic Artists."

GLC05111.02.1408

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