CDV of Lieutenant-Colonel John J. Wheeler-56th New York

Carte de visite photograph of a knees up standing view of John J. Wheeler wearing uniform with lieutenant-colonel's shoulder straps and striking Napoleonic pose. Carte presents autographed inscription at lower obverse "Truly Yours J.J. Wheeler". Image presents backmark of Bogardus Photographer, Broadway New York. Carte image presents good tones. John J. Wheeler enrolled, August 1, 1861, at Newburgh, New York to serve three years; mustered in as captain, Company D, 56th New York Infantry (10th Legion) on August 16, 1861; promoted to major on August 6, 1862; Promoted to lieutenant-colonel on November 23, 1862; discharged on February 11,1864.