Confederate general (1820-1863) noted for his defeats at Pea Ridge and Corinth in 1862. Known as an impulsive, emotional womanizer, he was murdered by a civilian who claimed that Van Dorn had carried on an affair with his wife. Unsigned 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Earl Van Dorn in a suit and bow tie. Published by Charles D. Fredricks & Co. of New York. In fine condition.
