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

This trade card, created in 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their tobacco brand, features a portrait of General Ulysses S. Grant. The card, part of the "Histories of Generals" series, presents Grant in his military uniform, alongside a patriotic imagery of the American flag and soldiers in battle. The use of vibrant colors and detailed illustrations makes the card a compelling example of late 19th-century trade card art. This card serves as a reminder of the power of advertising and the enduring legacy of General Grant as a pivotal figure in American history.