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Nathaniel P. Banks: A Massachusetts governor and Speaker of the House signs in his Civil War uniform

A Massachusetts governor and Speaker of the House signs in his Civil War uniform

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A Massachusetts governor and Speaker of the House signs in his Civil War uniform

Union general (1816–1894) who led forces at Shenandoah, Red River, and elsewhere. Prior to the Civil War, he served as governor of Massachusetts and Speaker of the US House of Representatives. Orignal 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite Alexander Gardner portrait, so stamped on reverse, signed in fountain pen, 'N. P. Banks.' Reverse bears a brief inscription to Miss Cameron in another hand. Staining, and small area of surface loss to top left corner, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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