American military officer and statesman (1826–1886) who fought in the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. An activist on behalf of veterans’ affairs, Logan was instrumental in the creation of Memorial Day as a public holiday. Crystal-clear original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet bust portrait of Logan, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Yours truly, John A. Logan.” Published by Bogardus of New York. Small scuff to surface of image near his lapel, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
