CDV of Sergeant Henry A. Hawkes-56th New York Infantry

Carte de visite photograph of a knees up seated view of Henry A. Hawkes wearing uniform with sergeant's stripes. Carte presents autographed inscription at lower obverse "Yours truly, Sergt H.A. Hawkes, Co. L 56th NYV". Image presents no backmark. Carte image presents excellent tones. Henry A. Hawkes Enrolled, October 5, 1861, at Callicoon Depot, to serve three years; mustered in as corporal, Co. L, November 4, 1861; promoted sergeant, no date; re-enlisted as a veteran, February 20, 1861; mustered in as second lieutenant, May 20, 1861; as first lieutenant, January 12, 1865; mustered out with company, October 17, 1865, at Charleston, S. C..