Alfred L. Packer
PhotographerPhotographed by
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Date1861-1865
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 7/16 x 2 3/16in. (8.7 x 5.6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 7/16 x 2 3/16in. (8.7 x 5.6cm)
Mount (height x width): 4 x 2 3/8in. (10.2 x 6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 7/16 x 2 3/16in. (8.7 x 5.6cm)
Mount (height x width): 4 x 2 3/8in. (10.2 x 6cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Clifford T. Alderman Collection
DescriptionBust length portrait of a man wearing a Union uniform. He has a goatee.
Object number2012.233.52
InscribedOn recto, lower left, in black ink, "Capt. A. L. Packer / 5th Conn Vols."On verso, upper right, in pencil, "13"; lower right, in pencil, accession numberNotesSubject Note: Alfred L. Packer was from Groton, Connecticut. He enlisted into the army in June 21, 1861. He was mustered in to the Fifth Regiment Infantry Company G on June 22, 1861 as a Sergeant. He was promoted to First Sergeant on September 30, 1861. On July 12, 1862 he was promoted to Second Lieutenant. He was promoted to First Lieutenant to Comany D on February 13, 1863. On March 1, 1863 he was promoted to Captain. It is unknown when he was discharged. (Ruocco, 4/21/2012)
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