Jackson Rifles, Michigan Militia, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

"Jackson Rifles, Michigan Militia" is a trade card from the "Military Series" issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes in 1888. The card features a detailed illustration of a member of the Jackson Rifles, a Michigan militia unit, in full uniform, standing at attention with his sword drawn. This type of trade card was common in the late 19th century, and they were often collected by people interested in military history or the brands they advertised. This particular card is now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.