Prescott Light Guards, Massachusetts, V.M., from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph, "Prescott Light Guards, Massachusetts, V.M." was created by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The image depicts a member of the Prescott Light Guards in full uniform, holding a sword, making a striking visual statement for the brand's target audience. This piece belongs to a series of military-themed trade cards, showcasing military uniforms and providing an informative glimpse into the fashion and culture of the time. It is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, where art enthusiasts can appreciate this piece of advertising history.