A Short History: General John Sedgwick, from the Histories of Generals series (N114) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Smoking and Chewing Tobacco 1888

This colorful lithograph, part of the "Histories of Generals" series, features a portrait of Union General John Sedgwick, a prominent figure in the American Civil War. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co., this trading card was distributed to promote their Honest Long Cut Smoking and Chewing Tobacco. The card's design, featuring a portrait of Sedgwick and an illustration of a soldier, reflects the era's fascination with historical figures and the burgeoning tobacco industry. This vibrant card, a rare glimpse into 19th-century advertising, exemplifies the convergence of historical commemoration and commercial enterprise.