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Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) John Martindale as brigadier general, standing 3/4 length portrait in front of flag

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.0550 Author/Creator: Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: Pagination: 1 carte de visite10.3 x 6.3 cm Order a Copy

Typed imprint on recto "Brig Gen Martindale." Graphite inscription on verso "Lossings, page 483." 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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