German military officer, revolutionist and immigrant to the United States (1824–1902) who served as a Union major general. Civil War-dated original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Sigel in uniform, by Hoelke & Benecke of St. Louis, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “F. Sigel, Maj. Gen.” Reverse is also signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Mrs. M. Delano, as a token of friendship and respect, F. Sigel, M. Gen., Bethlehem, May 8th, 1863.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling, silvering to dark areas of the image, and clipped corners. RR Auction COA.
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