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Bonham, Milledge L. (1813-1890) Salt print 3/4 seated portrait, in non-standard, Federal-style uniform

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05786.04 Author/Creator: Bonham, Milledge L. (1813-1890) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Photograph Date: 1861/04 Pagination: 1 photograph 20 x 15 cm Order a Copy

Dating based on uniform (Federal-style dated to 4/1861 per Lord & Wise). Bonham holds a hat with non-standard insigna (Palmetto?). Bonham served in the Confederate Congress from 1862-1863 and then served as governor of SC from 1863. Ink inscription on mount: "Milledge L. Bonham, S.C." Portrait shows some white insect damage.

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