Private, Cleveland Troop, Ohio, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph, part of the "Military Series" by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, depicts a private from the Cleveland Troop, Ohio, in full uniform. Created in 1888 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes, the card features a detailed rendering of the soldier's attire, including his red cap, blue uniform, and gleaming sword. The card is a valuable artifact, offering a glimpse into 19th-century military fashion and the marketing strategies of the time. Its small size, measuring 2 3/4 × 1 1/2 inches, makes it a collectible treasure for enthusiasts of military history and advertising ephemera.