1st Lieutenant Francis E. Brownell, Ellsworth's Avenger, Signed CDV

Lot 65

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American History, Featuring the Property of N. Flayderman & Co. by Cowan's Auctions

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Lot Description

Rare carte of 1st Lieutenant Francis Brownell in uniform, proudly displaying the medals on his jacket, his Staff Officer's sword in his belt, beautifully autographed on verso Truly Yours / Frank E. Brownell/ US Army, with Gurney & Son, New York imprint.

Francis E. Brownell (1840-1894), 11th New York, made famous as Ellsworth's Avengers for which he was later awarded the Medal of Honor in 1877. After slaying Elmer Ellsworth's murderer (innkeeper James W. Jackson) on the stairs of the Marshall House and posing for a popular Brady CDV standing on the Secessionist rag that caused Ellsworth's martyrdom, Brownell became an officer in the regular 11th US Infantry. He resigned his commission in November 1863. Thereafter, Brownell saw to his own reputation, twice petitioning the War Department for the Medal of Honor and becoming a self-appointed custodian of Ellsworth memorabilia and keeper of the flame.

Condition

Even toning to CDV, light corner wear to mount. Few spots on mount verso. Signature remains strong, legible.
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