Civil War CDV of Major General Joseph Hooker – S.M. Fassett, Chicago

Civil War CDV of Major General Joseph Hooker – S.M. Fassett, Chicago - Inventory Number: CDV 585

Original Civil War-era carte de visite of Major General Joseph “Fighting Joe” Hooker, a key Union commander best known for leading the Army of the Potomac during the Chancellorsville Campaign. This profile view shows Hooker in full uniform with shoulder straps clearly marking his rank as major general. He holds his hat and sword at his side in a dignified pose.

The reverse bears the distinctive imprint of S.M. Fassett’s New Gallery, 114 & 116 South Clark St., Chicago—one of the premier photography studios of the Civil War era. A period ink identification reading “Jos. Hooker” appears on the reverse, lending authenticity and historical significance.

A powerful image of one of the Civil War’s most prominent Union generals.

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Inventory Number: CDV 585