Photography and Other Images - Civil War CDV's, Hard Images, Engravings
From-Life CDV of General Thomas W. Sherman - WIA at Port Hudson
Item #: JMS-891
For every Tom Sherman CDV you see, there are probably 500 William T. Sherman images! Granted, old Tom Sherman wasn't as famous, successful or as hated as the other Sherman. But he does have a pretty honorable record. Thomas W. "Tim" Sherman was first commissioned in wartime when he served in the 1861 Port Royal expedition. He commanded the ground forces while Naval operations were under Admiral DuPont. The success of Port Royal put Sherman in a positive light and he was given command over George H. Thomas's division during the battle of Corinth. Later, Sherman would lead a division into action at the battle of Port Hudson. It was during this ill-fated operation that the General would be critically wounded and forced to undergo the amputation of his leg. Despite this tragedy, "Tim" Sherman (his close friends reportedly called him "Tim") would hold administrative positions for the balance of the war, not retiring until 1870. This "tough-as-nails" soldier lived out his days in Rhode Island, where he died in 1879.
It should also be noted that Sherman was brevetted for heroism at the Mexican War battle of Buena Vista.
If you collect Union Generals, it might be awhile before you see another Tom Sherman image. This one is in G-VG condition. It's not the cleanest CDV and there's some age to it, but there are no trims, creases or clips. The backmark is an affixed label of the period. Best of all, the good General is holding his sword in the image and in full regalia.
Shipping Weight:
0.3 lb
Your Price... $89.00 USD
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