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. Wonderful 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Logan in uniform in a full-length pose by John Goldin & Co. of Washington, D.C., signed at the top in ink, "Your friend, John A. Logan, Maj. Genl." In fine condition.
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