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Casey, Silas, 1807-1882 As brigadier general, seated holding sword across lap

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.0282 Author/Creator: Casey, Silas, 1807-1882 Place Written: New York Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 carte de visite 10.1 x 6 cm Order a Copy

Cap lies on table next to him. Ink inscription on recto "Casey." Graphite inscription on verso "Gen. Casey." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery."

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