A Short History of General Braxton Bragg, from the Histories of Generals series (N114) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Smoking and Chewing Tobacco 1888
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portrait
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toned paper
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water colours
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"A Short History of General Braxton Bragg" is a colorful lithograph from the "Histories of Generals" series, issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888 to promote their "Honest Long Cut" tobacco products. The card features a portrait of General Bragg in his Confederate uniform, surrounded by images of soldiers in battle and tobacco plants, all rendered in a charmingly naive style. These "trade cards" were popular collectibles in the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the popular culture of the time.
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