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KEEN EYES, STEADY HANDS

VEN SIMPLE IMAGES can tell interesting stories. At a quick glance, this sixth-plate tintype simply appears to be of three unidentified Union soldiers. But a closer look uncovers interesting hat badges on two of the men and unique, non-military issue rifles.

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