A sepia-toned portrait of a Civil War soldier named Ludwig Kohn, wearing a Union Army uniform and displaying a significant wound on his left shoulder and chest.
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This is a vintage photograph, a portrait of a Civil War soldier named Ludwig Kohn. The image is sepia-toned and appears to be a tintype or similar early photographic process. The soldier is depicted from the chest up, facing slightly to the right. He is wearing a Union Army uniform, including a dark-colored coat with brass buttons and a kepi-style hat. His expression is serious and somewhat somber. Notably, the soldier has a significant wound visible on his left shoulder and chest. The wound appears to be a large, open gash, and there is evidence of bandaging. The wound is a stark reminder of the brutal realities of the Civil War. Below the portrait, there is a handwritten label with biographical information about the soldier, including his name, rank, company, and age. The label also details the nature of his wound and his condition upon admission to a hospital. In the lower left corner of the image, there is a number '293' written in bold. The photograph is mounted on a card with a decorative border. The overall condition of the photograph appears to be good, considering its age.


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