Light Artillery, Sergeant 1866

"Light Artillery, Sergeant" is a tintype photograph by Oliver H. Willard taken in 1866. The photograph depicts a Union Army Sergeant in full uniform, a common subject in Civil War-era photography. Willard, a prominent photographer of the 19th century, captured the soldier in a posed portrait against a plain background, showcasing the detail of his uniform, including the distinctive red piping on his trousers and the feathered hat. This tintype exemplifies the tradition of military portraiture, offering a glimpse into the life of a soldier during the American Civil War.