Confederate naval commander (1809-1877) who was captain of the famous commerce raider CSS Alabama, taking a record 69 prizes. Ink signature, "R. Semmes, Rear Admiral C.S.N., & Brig: Genl. C.S.A.,” on an off-white 4 x 2.25 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by a Liberty and Union Forever booklet with song lyrics for ‘The Sinking of the Pirate Alabama,” and two carte-de-visite photos: one of Raphael Semmes and the other of the Alabama.
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