Enlisted in the US Navy in 1861 and served on board the receiving ships Ohio and St. Lawrence. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by an anonymous studio, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Yrs truly, J. Q. Adams, U.S.N.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. and some light contrast to signature. RR Auction COA.
