Pristine CDV of 1st Lieutenant George B. Dunn, 17th Maine Infantry – Gettysburg

Pristine CDV of 1st Lieutenant George B. Dunn, 17th Maine Infantry – Gettysburg Veteran with E. Crockett, Maine Backmark
 
This exceptional carte-de-visite (CDV) features a crisp, high-quality portrait of 1st Lieutenant George B. Dunn of the 17th Maine Volunteer Infantry. The image is in pristine condition, showing sharp detail and excellent contrast.
 
Lieutenant Dunn served with the 17th Maine Infantry, a hard-fighting regiment that distinguished itself at the Battle of Gettysburg. The regiment played a key role in the defense of the Peach Orchard and the Wheatfield on July 2, 1863, suffering heavy casualties during the intense fighting in that sector of the battlefield.
The CDV carries the desirable backmark of E. Crockett of Maine, adding strong regional appeal. The portrait presents Lieutenant Dunn in regulation officer’s uniform, offering a clear view of his rank insignia and bearing.
 
This pristine, well-identified CDV of a Gettysburg veteran from one of Maine’s most respected regiments is an outstanding example of Civil War officer photography. It would be a highlight in any collection of Maine soldiers, Gettysburg-related portraits, or high-grade Union officer CDVs. This image was identified through a identical example of Dunn present in the Maine State Archives.