A Short History of General Ambrose Everett Burnside, from the Histories of Generals series of booklets (N78) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888

This small booklet, part of the "Histories of Generals" series, features a portrait of General Benjamin Franklin Butler. Created in 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. and distributed with Duke brand cigarettes, these collectible booklets were a popular marketing tactic of the time. The image depicts Butler in a close-up portrait style, with his name prominently displayed on a banner below. The booklet, printed on card stock, measures just under 3 inches when closed, making it a compact and portable collectible. The inclusion of General Butler in this series highlights his significant role in the American Civil War.