Officer, Chicago Zouaves, Illinois Militia, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company depicts a soldier in full uniform from the Chicago Zouaves unit of the Illinois Militia. Part of the *Military Series* produced to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes, this card features a detailed portrayal of the soldier’s uniform, including his cap, jacket, trousers, and sword. The image exemplifies the popularity of military-themed imagery in late 19th-century American culture. The small size and colorful lithography indicate its use as a collectible trading card, possibly intended for inclusion in cigarette packs.