Ulysses S Grant Lt. General, ca. 1864 Signed Photograph by Matthew Brady

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General U.S. Grant Signed Photograph, ca. 1864
Taken by the great Matthew Brady, this photograph of Ulysses S. Grant is truly
a piece of history. It is a work of great historical significance, one to hang in your home or office with pride.
Collectors and historians know that U.S. Grant was one of the most photographed figures in history. Whether that was because of the novelty of photography so soon after its invention and introduction, or because he happened to be one of the two top generals in one of the worlds greatest conflicts -- and he brought the Union army to victory. Not only that, but he handled the surrender of Lee and his troops with dignity and compassion.
After reading so many historical accounts of this great man's battles, to have this photograph hanging where you can see it, or in a collector's cabinet would be better than any possession I can think of. This would be a mosts meaningful gift for a loved one.That recognizable signature, the buttons on his uniforms, the intensity of this gaze == after all it was taken in the midst of his great struggles during that historical conflict.
Holding this photo and authentic signature in your hands, and feeling the texture of the paper and the board -- will give goose bumps to anyone on their most ordinary day at the office, and will make you appreciate this great man and what he went through for our country.