George R. Crook, from the Great Generals series (N15) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1888

This chromolithograph, part of the "Great Generals" series created for Allen & Ginter cigarettes, features George R. Crook, a prominent American military figure. The card, printed in 1888, depicts Crook in a close-up portrait, wearing a fur-trimmed coat, a bow tie, and a wide-brimmed hat. The background suggests a mountainous landscape, hinting at Crook's involvement in campaigns against Native American tribes in the American West. These collectible cards, often found in cigarette packs, were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century.