Cavalry, Corporal 1866

"Cavalry, Corporal" is a tintype photograph taken by Oliver H. Willard in 1866. It depicts a soldier, likely a Union soldier, standing in uniform with a sword and rifle. The soldier's serious expression, along with his attire, provides a glimpse into the lives of military personnel during the Civil War era. The image is a powerful example of the photographic documentation of the war and its impact on individual lives. The tintype process, a popular method of photography in the 19th century, captures the soldier's image in crisp detail, highlighting the texture of his uniform and the sharpness of his sword.