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Gardner, Alexander (1821-1882) Nineteen Federal officers in front of log cabin with tent roof. [1861-1865 ca.]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.01.0602 Author/Creator: Gardner, Alexander (1821-1882) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Photograph Date: 1861-1865 ca. Pagination: 1 photograph 10.8 x 21 cm Order a Copy

The officers form a long line, wearing an assortment of uniforms and almost all have swords. Inscription on verso "Gardner." Numeric notation on verso: "VI" and "531."

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