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Bergstresser, S. L. (Stewart L.), 1832-? As sergeant-major, seated 1/2 length portrait with hands in lap

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.1240 Author/Creator: Bergstresser, S. L. (Stewart L.), 1832-? Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 carte de visite Height: 9.1 cm, Width: 6.2 cm Order a Copy

Ink inscription on verso "Respectfully Yours Wm. P. Clark 142d P.V." Photographers imprint on verso: "Photographed by S.L.Bergstresser, Army of the Potomac."

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