Colonel William Wilson of Wilson's Fighting Brigade

Colonel William Wilson

Here for your browsing pleasure is an imposing photo of William Wilson. He was Colonel of the famous Wilson Fighting Brigade of New York. William Wilson was a famous New York tough guy before teh Civil War, and was involved in many fights and Melees in the city. It was made between 1860 and 1865.

The illustration documents United States.

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Image ID# 26E9A2B8
Ref: loc/Civil War Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Civil War

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Civil War Officers