In Action, from the Parasol Drills series (N18) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888

"In Action" from the *Parasol Drills* series is a trade card created by Allen & Ginter in 1888 to promote their cigarettes. The card depicts a fashionable woman in a red jacket and a blue bonnet, holding a parasol in a manner suggestive of the series' title. These small cards were widely circulated in the late 19th century and serve as a valuable window into the visual culture of the time, reflecting the styles and interests of the Victorian era. Trade cards, like this one, were often colorful and engaging, featuring illustrations that appealed to a wide audience. The inclusion of the Allen & Ginter logo and the phrase "Richmond, Virginia" at the bottom of the card reinforces its commercial purpose.