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Captain John W. Barney

Object Details

Description
Captain John W. Barney, carte-de-visite, by Garrett's, Wilmington, Delaware, c.1860s
John W. Barney’s promotions were well documented as he rose in rank with the 1st Delaware Volunteers. On March 3, 1863, Barney was appointed to the position of sergeant major of Company F. On June 23, 1864, Barney was rose to second lieutenant of Company B. On September 4, 1864, he was advanced to first lieutenant. John Barney’s last promotion occurred on January 1, 1865, when he was promoted to the role of captain for Company B.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
depicted (sitter)
Barney, John W.
maker
Garrett's
date made
1861-1865
Credit Line
Gift of M.W Seville
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 4 in x 2 3/8 in; 10.16 cm x 5.9944 cm
Object Name
photograph
carte-de-visite
Object Type
Carte-Visite
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