Rare 1862 Civil War CDV Union General Joseph Hooker From A Negative By Brady

  

The product is a rare 1862 Civil War CDV featuring Union General Joseph Hooker from a negative by Brady and published by E & H. Joseph Hooker (November 13, 1814 - October 31, 1879) was an American Civil War general for the Union, chiefly remembered for his decisive defeat by Confederate General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Chancellorsville in 1863. Hooker had served in the Seminole Wars and the Mexican-American War, receiving three brevet promotions, before resigning from the Army.

At the start of the Civil War, he joined the Union side as a brigadier general, distinguishing himself at Williamsburg, Antietam and Fredericksburg, after which he was given command of the Army of the Potomac. Condition is subjective so please look at the pictures and ask any questions.