Antique Civil War CDV Major General Benjamin Butler For Sale

The product is an original Civil War CDV featuring Major General Benjamin Butler, a prominent figure during the American Civil War. This photograph falls under the theme of militaria and was taken in the United States during the conflict. It offers a unique glimpse into the history of the Civil War through the lens of a significant military leader, making it a valuable collectible for history enthusiasts and collectors alike. Benjamin Franklin Butler (November 5, 1818 – January 11, 1893) was an American major general of the Union Army, politician, lawyer, and businessman from Massachusetts. Born in New Hampshire and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts, Butler was a political major general of the Union Army during the American Civil War and had a leadership role in the impeachment of U.S. president Andrew Johnson. He was a colorful and often controversial figure on the national stage and on the Massachusetts political scene, serving five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and running several campaigns for governor before his election to that office in 1882.