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Wisconsin 1st Heavy Artillery Gem Tintype Civil War

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Wisconsin 1st Heavy Artillery Gem Tintype Civil War
Gem tintype of Francis E. Brainerd, 1st Wisconsin Heavy Artillery, Company E. Brainerd has signed the bottom margin of his image in ink, ''F. E. Brainerd / Elroy, Juneau Co. / Wis.'' Brainerd mustered in on 8 September 1864. He mustered out in June 1865. The 1st Wisconsin Heavy Artillery was formed under General Orders which called for the recruiting of additional companies. Backing measures 2'' x 4'' and has been previously trimmed. Gen tintype image measures 1'' x 1.25''. Slight foxing to matting, overall very good condition.