Title
General Benjamin H. Grierson
Subject
Grierson, Benjamin H. (Benjamin Henry), 1826-1911
American Civil War (1861-1865)
Soldiers
United States. Army. Cavalry
United States. Army.
Military uniforms
Description
Benjamin H. Grierson, a cavalry general in the United States Army from 1861-1890, poses in uniform. Grierson served as a commanding officer during the American Civil War and Indian Wars. In 1863 he led the successful Grierson's Raid as part of the Vicksburg Campaign. Grierson organized the 10th Cavalry Regiment, one of two regiments known as the Buffalo Soldiers.
Creator
Gardner, Alexander
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
n.d.
Format
jpg
Language
eng
Identifier
403857
Benjamin Grierson Collection
Original Format
carte de visite
b&w
2
Physical Dimensions
10 x 6 cm