Distinguished Union general (1815–1872) best known for leading his troops to a commanding victory over Lee’s Confederates at Gettysburg in one of the pivotal battles of the Civil War. Outstanding three-quarter-length carte-de-visite photo of a gloved Meade in uniform, hat in hand, 2.5 x 4, boldly signed in ink on the mount, “Geo. G. Meade.” The reverse bears the backstamp of F. Gutekunst, Philadelphia, and a two-cent revenue stamp with a cancellation date of November 23, 1864. Tiny nick to bottom of image, otherwise fine, bright condition. RRAuction COA.
