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Wright, Horatio G., 1820-1899 As major general, seated 3/4 length portrait

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.0816 Author/Creator: Wright, Horatio G., 1820-1899 Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 carte de visite Height: 10 cm, Width: 6.1 cm Order a Copy

Ink inscription on recto "Maj. Gen. Horatio G. Wright." Ink inscription on verso "Horatio Gates Wright. Maj. Gen'l. U.S. Vols." Photographers imprint on verso: "John Goldin & Co. Photographers Vignette Specialite No. 4 Market Space Pa. Ave. Washington, D.C. Additional Copies from the plate from which this picture is taken can be had if desired."

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