Infantry, Germany, 1886, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

"Infantry, Germany, 1886" is a chromolithograph from the "Military Series" of trading cards issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1888 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. This card depicts a German infantryman in full uniform, standing at attention with his rifle and bayonet. The image exemplifies the popular 19th-century fascination with military themes and the use of trading cards as a form of advertising. The card's vibrant colors and detailed imagery bring the subject to life, capturing the distinctive features of the German infantryman’s attire. This artwork is a unique example of a trade card that provides a glimpse into the history of military uniforms and the advertising practices of the late 19th century.