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circa 1861-1865

Sweeney, Thomas William, 1820-1892

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Title: As brigadier general, seated 1/2 length portrait with left arm resting on table

Ink inscription on verso "Thomas W. Sweeny, Brig. Gen. Vols. and Maj. 16th Inf. U.S.A." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E & H.T. Anthony, 501 Broadway, New York, from Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery."

GLC05111.02.0771

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