A Short History of General E. Kirby Smith, from the Histories of Generals series (N114) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Smoking and Chewing Tobacco 1888

This chromolithograph card, "A Short History of General E. Kirby Smith," is part of the "Histories of Generals" series issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888 to promote their "Honest Long Cut" tobacco. The card features a portrait of the Confederate general, accompanied by a depiction of a Confederate soldier holding a rifle and a flag. The imagery showcases the company’s use of historical figures to appeal to a patriotic, male audience. The card's small size and intricate design reflect the popular collectible nature of trade cards at the time.