Lomax Rifles, 1st Regiment, Mobile, Alabama Militia, from the Military Series (N224) issued by Kinney Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1888

This trade card, created by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1888, features a member of the Lomax Rifles, 1st Regiment, Mobile, Alabama Militia. The card was issued as part of a series promoting Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The colorful lithograph depicts a soldier in a detailed uniform, holding a rifle and standing at attention, showcasing the military's appeal to cigarette consumers. The card provides a glimpse into 19th-century military attire and advertising practices.