American military officer and politician (1798–1879) who served as a Union general during the Civil War, in which capacity he played a pivotal role in suppressing the New York Draft Riots in July 1863. His political and diplomatic career included posts as secretary of the treasury, minister to France, and governor of New York. Original 2.25 x 4 full-length carte-de-visite photo by Anthony of New York, signed on the reverse in black ink, “John A. Dix.” In fine condition, with some light spotting to image and a few ink flecks to reverse. RR Auction COA.
