^#1829 ^Lot 1889 Julius Stahel

Union general (1825–1912). When Lincoln went to Gettysburg in November 1863 to deliver his immortal address, Stahel commanded the president's honor guard. During the spring of 1864, he led a division of cavalry under General David Hunter in the Shenandoah Valley, and in West Virginia. He greatly distinguished himself at the battle of Piedmont, on June 5, 1864, and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. Rare wet plate, albumen 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo. Standing view in uniform with rank of colonel, wearing kepi, sash, and holding sword. Backmark: J. Gurney & Son, 707 Broadway, NY. In fine condition, with some light corner wear.