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Probably a Member of the New Haven Grays

PhotographerPhotographed by I. G. Steiger's Photograph Gallery (American)

Date1860-1865

MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 11/16 x 2 3/16in. (9.4 x 5.6cm) Sheet (height x width): 3 11/16 x 2 3/16in. (9.4 x 5.6cm) Mount (height x width): 3 15/16 x 2 7/16in. (10 x 6.2cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineThe Clifford T. Alderman Collection

Object number2012.233.106

DescriptionPortrait of a young man in a military uniform. He is standing beside a pedestal with his right arm and his hat resting on the top of it. A patterned carpet or floorcloth is on the floor.

NotesSubject Note: The New Haven Grays were formed as a militia unit. At the start of the Civil War, they enlisted as part of the Second Regiment of Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. They took part in nineteen engagements, including the Battles of Bull Run and Gettysburg. (Finlay 5/11/2012)

Status

Not on view