Episcopal Bishop of Louisiana (1806-1864) whose West Point classmate, Jefferson Davis, urged him to accept an appointment as a Confederate general despite a lack of combat experience. Dubbed the 'Fighting Bishop,' Polk was killed in action during the Atlanta Campaign. Uncommon 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Leonidas Polk by George S. Cook of Richmond, Virginia, showing the 'Fighting Bishop' in his Confederate general's uniform. In fine condition, with light soiling.
